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Dairy organizations unite in calling to aid international neighbors in need

U.S. dairy supplies available for international distribution remain ample, making targeted food-aid shipped worldwide a promising avenue for helping populations struggling with localized hunger and the coronavirus crisis.

May 19, 2020

Leading U.S. dairy associations jointly urged Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to use all tools at his disposal to “ensure high-quality, nutritious U.S. dairy products are made available to our international neighbors in need.”

IDFA applauds dairy recourse loan program proposed in HEROES Act legislation

The House is expected vote on the legislative package on May 15.

May 14, 2020

Michael Dykes, D.V.M., president and CEO of the Washington, D.C.-based International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), released a statement on May 14 on the Recourse Loan Program for Commercial Processors of Dairy Products in the HEROES Act legislation.

Unique partnership benefits Maine farmers, food-insecure Mainers

The partners, including cheesemaker Pineland Farms Dairy and dairy cooperative DFA, will distribute thousands of pounds of cheese to food pantries, shelters and more.

May 14, 2020

Good Shepherd Food Bank, Pineland Farms Dairy Company Inc., Libra Foundation and Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) will distribute thousands of pounds of cheese to food-insecure Mainers through Maine’s emergency food distribution network, Bangor, Maine-based Pineland Farms Dairy said.

2020 DFA Accelerator class will focus on advancing innovative dairy products and more

DFA selected nine startup companies to participate in this year’s class.

May 13, 2020

The DFA Accelerator is a 90-day immersive program with a combination of on-site meetings and virtual programs to provide training, growth opportunities and mentorship.

Reps. Thompson and Evans introduce bill to extend tax relief to food supply-chain workers

IDFA said it applauds the bill’s introduction.

May 12, 2020

On May 12, Reps. Glenn “GT” Thompson (Pa.-15) and Dwight Evans (Pa.-03) introduced the “Assistance and Gratitude for Coronavirus Heroes in Agribusiness who are Invaluable to the Nation,” or the AG CHAIN Act.

Healthy eating boosts immunity during COVID-19 and beyond

Dairy processors could support community health by bringing nutritious dairy foods to the market and empowering consumers with information needed to positively impact their health and wellbeing.

Tammy Anderson-Wise

May 12, 2020

As communities throughout the world look for ways to minimize the risk of COVID-19, maintaining and boosting good health is top of mind for many.

Convenient cheese formats rule

Cheese processors also will find growth opportunity in snackable options and adventurous flavors.

Kathie Canning

May 11, 2020

For decades, the story surrounding the cheese segment has been one of very strong growth, both at retail and foodservice. The category's versatility and abundance of varieties have worked in its favor, even as other dairy categories have weathered ups and downs.

USDA approves $1.2 billion in contracts for Farmers to Families Food Box Program

Through this program, USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service is partnering with national, regional and local suppliers to purchase up to $3 billion in fresh produce, dairy and meat products.

May 8, 2020

On May 8, USDA said it approved $1.2 billion in contracts to support American producers and communities in need through the USDA Farmers to Families Food Box Program.

WDPA reschedules 2020 Dairy Symposium

The event now will take place in October.

May 7, 2020

In a May 6 letter to Wisconsin Dairy Product Association (WDPA) members, WDPA Executive Director Brad Legreid said the association’s board decided to reschedule the 2020 Dairy Symposium because of the coronavirus crisis.

Tillamook County Creamery Association dedicates $4 million to COVID-19 relief efforts

The dairy cooperative is focusing locally first to maximize impact.

May 7, 2020

The Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA), Tillamook, Ore., said its farmer-owners have committed $4 million to a comprehensive COVID-19 relief plan to help its employees, the communities in which the company operates, and industry partners respond to and recover from burdens created by the COVID-19 pandemic.