Rethinking Milk: Science Takes On the Dairy Dilemma
Cow’s milk is creamy, filling, and delicious ice-cold, and decades of advertising have sold it to Americans as a food that “does a body good.” Dairy products are rich in calcium and protein, and they have long been promoted as important for helping kids grow and helping kids and adults build and maintain strong bones. But does dairy deserve its health halo?
The Real “MVP’s” of Innovation
MVP Dairy, LLC of Celina, Ohio was recognized as the 2020 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year during a special ceremony this week at the International Dairy Foods Association’s (IDFA) Dairy Forum in Scottsdale, Arizona
Dairy Industry To Convene In Phoenix As Milk Consumption Plummets
The dairy industry’s nationwide conference is coming to Arizona next week, at a time when Americans are dropping dairy. Since 2000, U.S. milk consumption has dropped 25%, and the decline is hurting major milk producers.
Coca-Cola acquires full ownership of dairy brand Fairlife
Coca-Cola acquired the remaining stake in Fairlife from its joint venture partner Select Milk Producers, a dairy cooperative. Coca-Cola previously owned a 42.5% minority stake. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Made in Arizona: Valley dairy putting out good milk for decades
It’s hard to beat fresh milk and cookies when it comes to a snack, and one Valley dairy has been putting out some of the best milk around town for over five decades.
USDA milk production report shows preliminary output up
Some call it a September surprise. Others call it fodder for the bears. The USDA’s latest Milk Production report showed preliminary output at 17.6 billion pounds, up 1.3% from September 2018.
Milk prices continue to strengthen
Higher cheese prices have increased the Class III price from its yearly low of $13.89 last February to $18.31 in September and will be around $18.65 for October.
Guaranteed payout boosts dairy program participation
With an assured payout for 2019, participation is high in USDA’s Dairy Margin Coverage Program — which replaced the underperforming Margin Protection Program.
I can't believe what I am reading
Never in my wildest dreams did I ever envision I would see the day when any dairy cooperative or any organization that represents dairy farmers would team up with the enemy to help injure the name of good, whole milk.
Lactalis grows in US with deal for Ehrmann Commonwealth Dairy
Lactalis Group has acquired Ehrmann Commonwealth Dairy, the US yogurt business of Germany-based dairy company Ehrmann.
