For U.S. dairy to stay competitive, we need to think beyond traditional markets and embrace diversification. Find out which regions are mentioned and why they matter in this Agri-Pulse Communications op-ed from Michael Dykes and Gregg Doud 👇
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🧈 New data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that consumers continue to lean into high-protein foods, gut-healthy options, and simple, wholesome ingredients. Butter consumption hit historic highs as yogurt, cottage cheese, and regular ice cream notch growth in 2024.

November is National Diabetes Month. Diabetes is one of the top 10 causes of death in the U.S., impacting more than 37 million Americans with 1.4 million new cases diagnosed every year.
Learn more about how dairy products can contribute to a healthy eating pattern: www.idfa.org/dairynourishes

What are the biggest cybersecurity challenges facing dairy companies today?

Chris Gaucher, senior manager of cyber security with Hilmar explains how crucial cybersecurity is companies' bottom line.

Catch our full cybersecurity episode on The Dairy Download!
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What do the "Farm Aid" Concert and the organic foods movement have in common?

Tom Chapman , Co-CEO at Organic Trade Association explains how the organic foods business has grown from $1 billion to $71 billion.

Catch that and more on The Dairy Download:
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We're thrilled to announce that Brad Nordholm, president and CEO of Farmer Mac, will join us as a keynote speaker at Dairy Forum 2026!

We'll see you under the palm trees this January at Dairy Forum 2026! 🏝️

Register today!
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Today, we're celebrating the five-year anniversary of The Dairy Download! 👏

In this special episode, Michael Dykes shares why dairy is more than a career—it’s a calling. 🐄💙

Listen to the full five-year anniversary episode!
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Are you ready to reconnect with key players from across food and agriculture? Join us in sunny ChampionsGate, Florida this February for the 46th annual International Sweetener Colloquium. 🌴

Register now to enjoy discounted rates! 👇
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During the release of the “Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy Report,” USDA Secretary Rollins thanked our members for their proactive commitment.

This is how the dairy industry is working together to help make school lunches healthier for all American children!
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IDFA is thrilled to announce that Jason Dorsey, researcher and acclaimed speaker, will join us as a keynote speaker at Dairy Forum 2026! 🎉

We'll see you in Palm Desert, Calif. in January at Dairy Forum 2026! 🏝️https://www.idfa.org/events/dairy-forum-2026

New dietary guidelines are coming soon. Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has promised the days of skim milk and other low fat dairy products are over. Is there a case for more fat in dairy?

Great news for the 2025-2026 back-to-school season: added sugar in flavored milk sold in schools has dropped nearly 60% since 2006!

Learn more about the Healthy School Milk Commitment here: www.idfa.org/healthyschoo...

Lattes just got more expensive. Coffee futures have gone wild, with arabica prices up 39% in only two weeks. The U.S. imposed a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports, including coffee.

What impact could this have for dairy? Find out more: www.idfa.org/news/the-dai...

What role are dairy-beef crosses playing in the beef market now and in the future? 🐄

Brett Stuart, founding partner of Global AgriTrends sat down with us to dive into beef-on-dairy, and where the two industries are headed.

🎙️ Tune in now to learn more!
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ICYMI—there’s great news for the 2025-2026 back-to-school season: added sugar in flavored milk sold in schools has dropped nearly 60% since 2006! #backtoschool #schoolmilk

Learn more:
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IDFA is thrilled to announce that Rahm Emanuel, U.S. congressman and White House Chief of Staff, will deliver the Chairman's Lecture during Dairy Forum 2026!

Register today for our best Dairy Forum yet! We'll see you in Palm Desert, Calif. this January! 🏝️https://www.idfa.org/events/dairy-forum-2026