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More At-Home Meals Shape 2021 Dairy Consumption Outlook

Published January 4, 2021

COVID changed consumer behaviors, making a shift from foodservice to retail. "We saw a big spike in the sales of cheese and butter, which makes sense with the increase in at home cooking," said Megan Sheets, manager of consumer insights,…

Dairy Farmers Adapt to Supply Chain Challenges

Published April 29, 2020

The dairy checkoff is partnering with processors to donate dairy products and meet the needs of local food banks. "We aren't asking for money from processor partners, but we are asking for help in delivering or storing products for food…

Midwest Dairy Donates to Local Food Banks

Published April 29, 2020

Midwest Dairy is donating $500,000 to food banks to purchase dairy products for people in need. The donations will be spread across 10 states including Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. Typically, dairy checkoff funds can’t be used to purchase…

How the U.S. Dairy Industry is Navigating COVID-19

Published March 25, 2020

There are economic challenges for the U.S. dairy industry, including the impacts of COVID-19. "In late 2019, there was a light at the end of the tunnel in terms of milk prices. Now, prices are expected to be lower in…

Midwest Dairy Launches New Leadership Program

Published February 13, 2020

There is a new program to help develop the next generation of dairy industry leaders. Midwest Dairy has introduced the first class of the Dairy Experience and Agricultural Leadership program. Midwest Dairy agricultural affairs manager Theresa Reps says the program…

An Optimistic Outlook Remains for the Dairy Industry

Published November 29, 2019

Midwest Dairy Board Chairman Allen Merrill remains optimistic about the future of the dairy industry as the industry adjusts to current market forces. "The dairy industry is changing. We've seen a price point a little more appealing coming out of…

ND Dairy Ambassadors Being Sought

Published October 23, 2019

Midwest Dairy is seeking college-aged students interested in becoming a North Dakota Dairy Ambassador. The program offers leadership opportunities to connect with consumers, network with industry professionals and share their dairy story. Applications are due December 1 and ambassador will…

Lentsch Moves to DMI

Published September 30, 2019

Former South Dakota Agriculture Secretary Lucas Lentsch is taking a leadership role with Dairy Management Incorporated. For the past three-and-a-half years, Lentsch has been the chief executive officer for Midwest Dairy. Molly Pelzer, who has been with Midwest Dairy since…

Dairy Promotion Focuses on Demand and Consumer Trust

Published June 5, 2019

During a time of low milk prices, the dairy checkoff program plays a vital role in helping dairy farmers. According to Midwest Dairy Association CEO Lucas Lentsch, the promotional pieces are focused on building dairy demand and increasing trust among…

Exports a Bright Spot for U.S. Dairy

Published April 18, 2019

One of the brightest spots for the U.S. dairy industry is exports. Midwest Dairy CEO Lucas Lentsch explains in 2018 there was a record-high 16 percent of all dairy solids exported. There is market growth potential in Mexico and Asia.…

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More At-Home Meals Shape 2021 Dairy Consumption Outlook

Dairy Farmers Adapt to Supply Chain Challenges

Midwest Dairy Donates to Local Food Banks

How the U.S. Dairy Industry is Navigating COVID-19

Midwest Dairy Launches New Leadership Program

An Optimistic Outlook Remains for the Dairy Industry

ND Dairy Ambassadors Being Sought

Lentsch Moves to DMI

Dairy Promotion Focuses on Demand and Consumer Trust

Exports a Bright Spot for U.S. Dairy

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