Articles Tagged with ''IDFA''

 Legislation is expected to expand dairy nutrition incentives in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and strengthen key dairy programs.

Conducted in partnership with Morning Consult, the survey captures the preferences of more than 2,200 U.S. adults nationwide, offering a comprehensive look at how Americans enjoy ice cream and frozen novelties—from flavors and toppings to formats and traditions.

From protein optimization and reduced sugar to “swicy” flavors and novel formats, IDFA’s 2026 conference highlights how frozen and cultured dairy processors are delivering more value for consumers.

The industry continues to cope with a challenging operating environment, defined by persistent cost inflation, labor constraints, input volatility, and rising uncertainty around trade and regulation.  

This contest, co-sponsored by Dairy Foods magazine and held during IDFA’s Ice Cream & Cultured Innovation Conference, brought more than 300 dairy professionals to the Sunshine State this week to sample and celebrate the next wave of dairy creativity.

Maggie McClain brings nearly two decades of strategic communications and public affairs experience across the food, agriculture and health sectors, with expertise in media relations, executive positioning, issues management, and translating complex regulatory developments into strategic guidance. 

The award includes 75 new HFMI locations in Arkansas, Georgia, Kansas, Minnesota, and Oklahoma, along with the renewal of 94 existing sites in Alabama, California, and South Dakota.

March 13 is the last chance to submit entries 

Transformative changes are underway for the dairy industry in 2026, with new Dietary Guidelines promoting whole dairy products and the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act enabling diverse milk options in schools. These developments mark a "platinum era" for dairy, enhancing health and consumer choice.

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) announced that Andrew Jerome has been named senior vice president of strategic communications.