On Jan. 16, the U.S. Senate passed the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

According to multiple news outlets, President Trump and Chinese Vice Premier Liu He signed a "Phase One" trade deal on Jan. 15. Reaction from major dairy organizations was mostly positive.

The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) said it opened registration for its educational offerings — refreshed for 2020 — including the popular WCMA Front-Line Leadership Training courses and WCMA Advanced Leadership Series for mid-level managers.

Iconic, a protein drink manufacturer based in Santa Monica, Calif., said it spearheaded the Grass Fed Federation, a collection of brands that prioritize the humane treatment of animals that are raised for food.

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) announced the launch of the Women in Dairy Network to support a stronger, more diverse future for U.S. dairy.

Dairy Council of California, a Sacramento, Calif.-based nutrition education organization committed to elevating the health of children and families through lifelong healthy eating patterns, said it is kicking off the new year with the launch of “Ask a Nutritionist,” a nutrition education video series.

The entry deadline for the World Championship Cheese Contest is Jan. 31.

The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), both based in Arlington, Va., praised the House of Representatives for today approving legislation implementing the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).