Dairy Council of California, a quasi-state government nutrition education organization committed to elevating the health and wellness of children and families, said its fourth grade Nutrition Pathfinders program was accepted as a Research-Tested Intervention Program by the National Cancer Institute.

The NextGen program is designed to prepare the dairy industry’s future leaders.

New competencies added to meet diverse, growing membership needs.

The event will be held Jan. 26-29 in Scottsdale, Ariz.

The event will offer a comprehensive program focusing on issues impacting all dairy processors.

The new class will focus on ag tech and dairy food products.

The event, open to both members and nonmembers, aims to provide culinary inspiration, business education and personal motivation.