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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May 16, 2012
House Version of Farm Bill Expected to Include Supply Management -
May 16, 2012
Washington Conference: Be Here, Be Heard and Bring the Family -
May 16, 2012
Senators Ask for Farm Bill Action -
May 15, 2012
USDA Set to Mark 150th Anniversary
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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May 2, 2012
Add Sustainability Tools to Reach Financial, Environmental Goals
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April 18, 2012
FDA Promotes Changes to Use of Animal Antibiotics -
April 18, 2012
Save Money, Eliminate Waste with Good Water Management Practices -
April 18, 2012
Learn How Environmental, Social Values Affect Consumer Purchases
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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May 16, 2012
FDA Seeks Comments on Voluntary Submission of Facility Profiles -
May 16, 2012
Ready for New FDA Inspections? Free IDFA Webinar Will Help -
May 16, 2012
IDFA, Morningstar Share Food Safety Practices with FAS Professionals -
May 2, 2012
Food-Safety Rules in Limbo at Office of Management and Budget
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 $4.7 billion in 2011.
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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May 10, 2012
Americans Want Additional Nutrition Data on Food Labels -
April 18, 2012
Order Combinations of Labeling Manuals for Significant Savings -
March 28, 2012
IDFA Joins Consortium to Protect Use of Common Food Names -
March 27, 2012
Group Seeks Labels on Modified Foods
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.
