Key Issues
SEE ALL ››Dairy Policy & Economics
The U.S. dairy industry is an important contributor to the nation's economic well being and to the vitality of rural America.
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February 2, 2012
Stephenson: Wisconsin Milk Price To Decrease in 2012, Feed Prices To Remain High -
February 1, 2012
Commentary: Taking a New Approach with the Farm Bill -
February 1, 2012
Stutzman: Farm Bill Is Dead Until 2013 -
February 1, 2012
CBO Releases New Estimates; Dairy Spending Is Minor Compared to Crops
SEE ALL ››Environment & Sustainability
IDFA is compiling a variety of resources for members to help them monitor and reduce their energy, water and chemical usage. This section is dedicated to sharing best practices in use by the industry and other helpful tips.
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February 1, 2012
Dairy Industry Joins Forces to Support Higher Truck Weights -
January 25, 2012
Oil Spill Exemption for Milk Makes State of the Union Address -
January 12, 2012
Dairy Waste Offers Greener Solution to Food Packaging -
January 11, 2012
IDFA, Others Ask EPA to Withdraw Dioxin Reassessment
SEE ALL ››Food Safety & Defense
Within regulatory agencies, on Capitol Hill and through the media, IDFA continues to reinforce the good manufacturing practices and rigorous food safety protocols that are already employed by dairy processors.
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January 24, 2012
Walmart Expert: Food Safety Is a ‘Shared Responsibility’ -
January 20, 2012
House Bill Seeks To Exempt N.H. Food from Federal Safety Rules -
January 11, 2012
FDA Begins Drug Residue Sampling Survey -
January 11, 2012
IDFA Commends Actions to Deter Human Consumption of Raw Milk
SEE ALL ››Global Markets
Global trade is one of the most critical components of the U.S. dairy industry today. Domestic exports have grown significantly over the past few years, with the total value reaching over $3.7 billion in 2010.
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January 31, 2012
Record Dairy Exports Push Up Trade Surplus -
January 27, 2012
UK Dairy Profits Soar, Lifted by Record Milk Price -
January 23, 2012
Dairy Industry Eyes Foreign Markets -
January 23, 2012
WTO Chief Lamy Forecasts Weaker Global Trade in 2012
SEE ALL ››Labeling & Standards
Information on proposed updates to domestic Standards of Identity, and guidance regarding the labeling of dairy products. Includes details on labeling rules on food health claims, nutrition content, trans fat and food allergens.
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December 29, 2011
As Supply Dwindles, Organic Milk Gets Popular -
December 27, 2011
Simpler Food Labels No Easy Task -
December 13, 2011
Low Readership of Nutrition Labels -
November 30, 2011
IIDFA Labeling Webinar Proceedings Now Available for Purchase
SEE ALL ››Nutrition & Health
From Senate and U.S. Department of Agriculture hearings to editorial columns and filed comments, IDFA leaders continue to deliver the message that dairy products are a nutrient-rich, cost-effective and important part of a healthy diet.
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February 3, 2012
School Nutrition: A Kid's Right to Choose -
February 2, 2012
What Does Healthy Snacking Mean? Mintel Asks -
February 2, 2012
Carrots Vie for a Spot on Game Day -
February 1, 2012
First Lady Michelle Obama Promotes Access to Healthy Food at Future Calif. Market Site
