Dairy Checkoff News

Read Our Most Recent Farmer Newsletter

View New England Dairy’s complete farmer newsletter archive below. We will update the archive after sending each edition of the newsletter. April 2021: 2020 Annual...

Introducing New England Dairy’s Innovation Kit

We are excited to share our new dairy focused curriculum kit for secondary schools in New England. The New England Dairy Innovation kit was designed...

New England Dairy Farmers Support Worcester Families in Need

Dairy farmers donated one hundred gallons of milk to St. John’s Food for the Poor Program in Worcester, MA on February 18. This donation was...

Dairy Sales at Retail Finish Strong in 2020

2020 closed on a positive note across all dairy products at retail with categories purchased at higher rates in 2020 than 2019 as reported by...

Dairy’s Role in Healthy Eating Patterns Reinforced by Dietary Guidelines in the US

The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) released on December 29, 2020 recognize dairy as a core, nutrient-dense element of health dietary patterns that help...

Tips for Hosting a Live Virtual Farm Tour

Hosting a live virtual farm tour is a great way to engage audiences on the farm. In 2020, we hosted six live virtual farm tours...

USDA Publishes Proposed Rule Maintaining School Meal Flexibilities

In May 2017 USDA announced flexibilities for the school meal programs that would allow 1% flavored milk to once again be served in schools, along...

Our 2020 Annual Meeting

New England Dairy staff, delegates, directors, and guests gathered together virtually on November 5 and 6 for our 2020 Annual Meeting. Staff shared highlights and...

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Telling Dairy’s Story through Integrated Marketing Campaigns

The pandemic continues to impact people’s food choices. Research shows consumers want to buy more foods with health benefits and are seeking affordable foods that...

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