GENYOUth calls attention to value of free school meals 08.30.2024 By Benton Smith A survey highlighted Americans' desire to see food insecurity addressed at state and federal levels.Read More
Trade associations approve of latest Farm Bill framework 06.13.2024 By Benton Smith IDFA noted the presence of a new Dairy Nutrition Incentives Program.Read More
Dairy trade associations react to Farm Bill draft 05.24.2024 By Benton Smith IDFA was pleased to see the expansion of the SNAP Healthy Fluid Milk Incentive, but called for other changes.Read More
Checkoff pilot shows benefits of lactose-free options 05.02.2024 By Benton Smith Cincinnati public school students could buy single-serve lactose-free chocolate milk.Read More
USDA finalizes school meal standards 04.24.2024 By Keith Nunes and Benton Smith A two-phase approach in the years ahead will address lowering added sugars levels.Read More
Organizations provide more school meal access in Nevada 03.04.2024 By Benton Smith A GENYOUth program is expected to benefit 40,000 students.Read More
White House endorses Healthy School Milk Commitment 02.28.2024 By Benton Smith School milk processors pledged to provide nutritious options with no more than 10 grams of added sugar per 8 fluid oz serving.Read More
Checkoff pilot provides schools with hot chocolate milk 02.05.2024 By Benton Smith The National Dairy Council program is operating in 58 schools.Read More
Checkoff program brings smoothies to schools 08.31.2023 By Benton Smith DMI said a pilot program showed increased consumption of milk and yogurt at 130 schools in 15 states.Read More
Industry determined to keep dairy a crucial part of healthy diet 08.11.2023 By Kristen Putch Nutrient-dense dairy foods are a core part of healthy eating patterns and dietary guidance recommendations around the world.Read More