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Checkoff’s Retail Strategy Driving Dairy Sales

Theretailchannel is crucial for dairy farmers, with e-commerce gaining prominence, now representing nearly 20% of total sales. The dairy checkoff...

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Appreciating the Work of Our Board Advisors

Every company, every sports team – and certainly every dairy farm – has people working behind the scenes who don’t always get the recognition they...

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Marilyn Hershey

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Dairy Checkoff in Action: Insights from Joanna Shipp and Dr. Chris Cifelli on RFD-TV

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Sustainability Alliance 2025: Bringing Farmer Voices to the Table

More than 200 dairy leaders, including farmers from across the country, came together at the 2025 Dairy Sustainability Alliance® Spring Meeting to...

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New Mexico State University Wins Checkoff’s New Product Competition

ROSEMONT, Ill. – A team of food science students from New Mexico State University (NMSU) won first place in Dairy Management Inc.’s...

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Checkoff-led Innovation Keeps Dairy in Lead Spot

Apple Inc. co-founder Steve Jobs once said, “Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.” His words highlight a truth that’s more...

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Marilyn Hershey

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Three Chairs Share February Board Meeting Highlights

At the February Board meeting, dairy farmer board members discussed strategies for 2024, emphasizing the importance of the priority committees of...

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New Products and Women’s Research Study Showcased By Dairy Checkoff At Natural Products Expo West

Natural Products Expo West is the country’s premier trade show for the natural and healthy products industry. The event draws more than 65,000...

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Dairy Highlighted At New York and South Beach Culinary Events

The Dairy Checkoff recently promoted dairy as a central ingredient in modern culinary culture through events like the New York City and South...

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National Dairy Board Scholarship Applications Being Accepted

ROSEMONT, Ill. – Applications are being accepted for college scholarships that are awarded by America’s dairy farmers and importers...

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