Dairy Checkoff News

January 26, 2021

Dairy’s Role in Healthy Eating Patterns Reinforced by Dietary Guidelines in the US

The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) released on December 29, 2020 recognize dairy as a core, nutrient-dense element of health dietary patterns that help...

December 11, 2020

Tips for Hosting a Live Virtual Farm Tour

Hosting a live virtual farm tour is a great way to engage audiences on the farm. In 2020, we hosted six live virtual farm tours...

December 7, 2020

USDA Publishes Proposed Rule Maintaining School Meal Flexibilities

In May 2017 USDA announced flexibilities for the school meal programs that would allow 1% flavored milk to once again be served in schools, along...

November 11, 2020

Our 2020 Annual Meeting

New England Dairy staff, delegates, directors, and guests gathered together virtually on November 5 and 6 for our 2020 Annual Meeting. Staff shared highlights and...

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October 21, 2020

Telling Dairy’s Story through Integrated Marketing Campaigns

The pandemic continues to impact people’s food choices. Research shows consumers want to buy more foods with health benefits and are seeking affordable foods that...

July 31, 2020

Supporting Summer Meals from a Safe Social Distance

Throughout the month of July, New England Dairy’s Fuel Up to Play 60 team attended six summer meals events. Two events took place in Springfield,...

July 22, 2020

75,000 Gallons of Milk Donated with Help from New England Dairy

As the needs of the dairy industry shifted in response to COVID-19, New England Dairy has helped to facilitate the distribution of 75,000 gallons of...