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PREVIOUS IDFA MEETINGS

2008

Milk Procurement Workshop
March 25-26, 2008, Embassy Suites Hotel O'Hare, Rosemont, IL

Smart Marketing 2008
March 12-13, 2008, Hilton New Orleans Riverside, New Orleans, LA

Ice Cream Technology Conference
February 27-29, 2008, Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort, Phoenix, AZ

International Sweetener Colloquium
February 10-13, 2008, Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa, Fort Myers, FL

Dairy Forum 2008
January 20-23, 2008, La Quinta Resort and Club, La Quinta, CA


2007

Worldwide Food Expo 2007
October 24-27, 2007, Chicago, IL

Pre-Show Workshops at Worldwide Food Expo 2007
October 22-23, 2007, Chicago, IL

Dairy Labeling Webinar
June 19, 2007

Washington Conference
June 20-21, 2007, Washington, DC

Milk Technology Conference
June 5-6, 2007, Marriott Denver City Center, Denver, CO

CME-IDFA Workshop on Dry Whey Futures Contract
Spring 2007, Various Cities

IDFA and CME, the largest derivatives exchange in the world, are co-sponsoring a series of free workshops around the nation this spring to introduce the U.S. dairy industry to the latest price risk management tool for the dry whey market.

Cultured Dairy Products Conference
May 22-23, 2007, Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN Dairy Cost Accounting Workshop
May 15-16, 2007, Hyatt Regency O'Hare, Rosemont, IL Dairy 101: Milk Procurement Workshop
March 27-28, 2007, Westin O'Hare, Rosemont, IL SmartMarketing 2007
March 14-15, 2007, The Westin Casuarina, Las Vegas, NV (Note: Some presentations are very large files, and may take some time to download).

Ice Cream Technology Conference
February 28-March 2, 2007
Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort, Phoenix, AZ

International Sweetener Colloquium
February 11-14, 2007, Hilton Tucson El Conquistador, Tucson, AZ
This event addresses the crucial business issues facing the producers and users of sweeteners.

Dairy Forum 2007
January 14-17, 2007, Disney Yacht & Beach Club, Orlando, FL
2006

Advanced HACCP Short Course
October 25-27, 2006, Westin Casuarina, Las Vegas, NV Dairy Industry Orientation
October 12, 2006, Embassy Suites Rosemont, Rosemont, IL IDFA Webcast on Calcium & Vitamin D
September 11, 2006

Washington Conference
June 14-15, 2006, Washington Court Hotel, Washington, DC

IDFA TeleTraining: Dairy Product Labeling Series
June 1, 2006: Labeling 101 — An Introduction to Dairy Product Labeling
June 8, 2006: Hot Topics: FDA's Enforcement Focus, Organic Labeling, rBST Claims, Health Claim Opportunities and Proposed Anti-Obesity Labeling Regulations

Cultured Dairy Products Conference
May 23-24, 2006, Hilton Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN

Dairy Cost Accounting Workshop
May 16-17, 2006, Westin O'Hare, Rosemont, IL

Plant Operations Conference
April 25-26, 2006, Sheraton St. Louis City Center Hotel & Suites, St. Louis, MO

Dairy 101: IDFA's Milk Procurement Workshop
March 28-29, 2006, Westin O'Hare, Rosemont, IL

SmartMarketing 2006
March 15-16, 2006, Westin Casuarina Hotel and Spa, Las Vegas, NV

Ice Cream Technology Conference
March 1-3, 2006, Renaissance Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ
IDFA's Ice Cream Technology Conference is the only meeting that focuses specifically on frozen dessert technology.

International Sweetener Colloquium
February 5-8, 2006, Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, Hollywood, FL
This event addresses the crucial business issues facing the producers and users of sweeteners.

2006 Dairy Forum
January 15-18, 2006, La Quinta Resort, La Quinta, CA
IDFA's premier annual meeting gathers players from all sectors of the dairy industry — producers, processors, cooperative leaders and suppliers — to discuss and debate the hottest policy issues in the industry.


2005

Worldwide Food Expo '05
October 26-29, 2005, McCormick Place, Chicago, IL
IDFA is a primary sponsor of the Worldwide Food Expo, a biennial program that is the largest food processing and packaging event in the Western Hemisphere. The next show will be held in Chicago, on October 24-27, 2007.

Pre-Expo Workshop: Environmental and Energy Solutions for Dairy Plants
October 25, 2005, Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, Chicago, IL
This intense workshop presented by IDFA reviews the latest dairy plant environmental issues, including managing energy usage, energy conservation, water treatment and waste stream management.

Pre-Expo Workshop: IDFA HACCP Certification for Dairy Professionals
October 24-25, 2005, Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, Chicago, IL
This comprehensive training program was designed to train juice and dairy professionals to develop, implement and maintain a HACCP program, utilizing IDFA's HACCP computer software.

CME-IDFA Butter Futures Contract Workshop Series
Autumn 2005, Various Cities
IDFA and CME, the largest derivatives exchange in the world, co-sponsored a series of free workshops around the nation in Fall 2005 to introduce the U.S. dairy industry to the latest price risk management tool for the butter market.

Washington Conference
June 15-16, 2005, Washington Court Hotel, Washington, D.C.
This important policy meeting brings together key officials from Capitol Hill and the White House for informative briefings and provides an opportunity for dairy processors to meet one-on-one with their elected officials to share concerns about dairy policy issues.

IDFA TeleTraining: Dairy Product Labeling Series
June 7 and 14, 2005, 2:00-4:00 Eastern
IDFA's Labeling TeleTraining Series will supply you and your staff with the data you need to produce compliant and effective labels for your products.

Cultured Dairy Products Conference
May 24-25, 2005, Courtyard by Marriott at the Depot, Minneapolis, MN

Dairy Cost Accounting Workshop
May 17-18, 2005, Embassy Suites O'Hare, Rosemont, IL
This workshop helps develop the expertise of dairy cost accountants, expanding their knowledge of the industry and their role in it, and how to apply this knowledge to advance their companies and careers.

Plant Operations Conference
April 26-27, 2005, Wyndham Chicago, Chicago, IL
The subjects covered at Plant Ops — from latest innovations in food technology to dealing with diversity in the workplace — will provide you and your operations staff with strong ideas on how to improve your dairy operation:

Dairy 101: Milk Procurement Workshop
April 5-6, 2005, Embassy Suites O'Hare, Rosemont, IL
For both industry newcomers and veterans alike, this workshop is designed specifically to instruct you and your staff on the structure of the dairy industry and how dairy pricing mechanisms work.

2005 SmartMarketing Conference
March 15-17, 2005, Westin Buckhead, Atlanta, GA
Dairy marketers can gain insight and take away valuable learning from some of the brightest minds in the marketing community by attending SmartMarketing. Includes Achieving Excellence Awards presentation, networking opportunities and an exhibition.

Ice Cream Technology Conference
March 2-4, 2005, Embassy Suites Phoenix, Scottsdale, Phoenix, AZ
Join frozen dessert industry technical personnel in an interactive and open discussion of the latest technologies and regulatory hurdles to the ice cream industry.

International Sweetener Colloquium
February 6-9, 2005, Westin La Paloma, Tucson, AZ
Co-sponsored by IDFA and the Sweetener Users Association, this conference brings together the producers and users of sweeteners to discuss the crucial business issues facing the industry.

IDFA Labeling Workshop: Making the Change
January 25, 2005, Grand Hyatt, Washington, D.C.
This one-day workshop will instruct you on the specifics of trans fat and allergens labeling requirements, as well as the latest in labeling for health benefits. You will also receive an overview of what you can expect in the future.

2005 Dairy Forum
January 9-12, 2005, Disney Yacht & Beach Club, Orlando, FL
IDFA's premier annual meeting gathers players from all facets of the dairy industry — producers, processors and suppliers — to discuss and debate the significant policy issues facing the industry.


2004

Hot Topics: Dairy Security Workshop
November 16, 2004, Grand Hyatt, Washington, D.C.
This special Hot Topics workshop will explore government concerns, regulations and industry guidelines on dairy plant safety and biosecurity, so that you and your operations staff are well-versed in the steps to take to secure your operation and products. Senior and plant management as well as operations professionals will be fully briefed on the issues, recommendations and requirements for dairy plants in a post-9/11 world.

BevExpo 2004
September 29-October 1, Tampa Convention Center, Tampa, Fla.
As the largest U.S.-based beverage industry trade event devoted exclusively to distribution, production, quality control, ingredients and formulation systems, sales and marketing and technology tools for the $700 billion beverage industry, BevExpo 2004 showcases the latest innovations and features leading suppliers. This biennial trade event also addresses key issues and trends through exceptional educational programming.

Washington Conference
June 23-24, 2004, Washington Court Hotel, Washington, D.C.
IDFA's annual Washington Conference is designed to give an insider's view of how Washington works and how to participate in the legislative process. This important policy meeting brings together key officials from Capitol Hill and the White House for informative briefings and provides an opportunity to meet one-on-one with elected officials to share concerns about current dairy policy issues.

TeleTraining: Dairy Product Labeling Series
May 25 & June 1, 2004, 1:00pm - 3:00pm ET
Dairy company staff must know the specific requirements of labeling dairy foods to avoid the waste and costly fines that result from mislabeling! IDFA's Labeling TeleTraining Series will supply you and your staff with the data you need to produce compliant and effective labels for your products.

Advanced HACCP Short Course for the Dairy & Juice Industries
May 25-26, 2004, The Doubletree Hotel Nashville, Nashville, TN
As the cornerstone of IDFA's HACCP Certification Program, this comprehensive training program was designed to train juice and dairy professionals to develop, implement and maintain a HACCP program, utilizing IDFA's do HACCP computer software and other materials.

Dairy Cost Accounting Workshop
May 25-26, 2004, Sofitel Chicago O'Hare, Rosemont, IL
Dairy cost accountants will learn solid cost accounting and route distribution analysis, plus knowledge on important strategic issues and efficiencies.

Cultured Dairy Products Conference
May 18-19, 2004, Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN
The cultured dairy industry gathers at this meeting to discuss the developments and technologies needed to efficiently produce innovative cultured dairy products.

IDFA's Plant Operations Conference
May 4-5, 2004, Wyndham Chicago, Chicago, IL
At this annual program, dairy plant operators learn about the latest regulations that affect operations and the new technologies that could provide opportunities for efficiencies and product development.

IDFA TeleTraining: Healthy Weight with Dairy Overview
April 29, 2004, 2:00pm – 3:30pm ET
During this unique training session, IDFA's expert regulatory and marketing staff will explain the benefits of participating in the licensing program for Healthy Weight with Dairy, what products qualify, and how you can obtain a license, as well as specific example claims for milk, cheese and cultured products.

Dairy Pricing 101: IDFA's Milk Procurement Workshop
March 30-31, 2004, Embassy Suites O'Hare, Rosemont, IL
This popular annual program is designed specifically to instruct you and your staff on the structure of the dairy industry and how dairy pricing mechanisms work.

SmartMarketing 2004
March 16-18, 2004, Astor Crowne Plaza, New Orleans, LA
Three rapid-fire days for dairy marketers that will recharge creativity, renew vision and inspire success! In addition to the cutting-edge programming, SmartMarketing also provides opportunities for cultivating dairy marketing contacts, including first-class social events, Innovation Breaks and the Achieving Excellence Marketing Awards Ceremony.

Ice Cream Technology Conference
March 3-5, 2004, Embassy Suites Golf Resort, Phoenix, AZ
Join other technical personnel in an interactive and open discussion of the latest technologies and regulatory hurdles to the ice cream industry.

International Sweetener Colloqium
February 15-18, 2004, Doral Golf Resort & Spa, Miami, Fla.
This annual event brings together producers and users of sweeteners to address the crucial business issues facing the industry.

2004 Dairy Forum
January 18-21, Boca Raton Resort & Spa, Boca Raton, Fla.
IDFA's premier annual meeting gathers players from all facets of the dairy industry - producers, processors and suppliers — to discuss and debate the significant policy issues facing the industry.


2003

Hot Topics: IDFA's Biosecurity Briefing
November 20, 2003, Grand Hyatt, Washington, D.C.
This important Hot Topics Briefing gives an overview of what's ahead for your company and what changes are needed in your operations in order to comply with the new rules — on facility registration and prior notice of imports — under the Bioterrorism Act of 2002. Plus, industry experts will review the latest industry guidelines, as well as the key concepts and procedures for securing your food plant and protecting the national food supply — from farm to table.

Worldwide Food Expo '03
October 29 - November 1, 2003, McCormick Place, Chicago, IL
IDFA is a primary sponsor of the Worldwide Food Expo, a biennial program that is the largest food processing and packaging event in North America. The next show will be held in Chicago, on October 26-October 29, 2005.

A Healthy Pitch: Compelling Health Claims for Your Dairy Products
October 28, 2003, Chicago Hilton & Towers, Chicago, IL
At this pre-Expo training opportunity, a group of industry experts discussed which health claims are most compelling for milk, cheese and cultured products, and how dairy companies can work within FDA and FTC's regulations to better market their products.

HACCP Individual Certification Training
October 27-28, 2003, Chicago Hilton & Towers, Chicago, IL
A pre-Expo training opportunity, this program is the cornerstone of IDFA's HACCP Certification Program. This comprehensive training program was designed to train juice and dairy professionals to develop, implement and maintain a HACCP program.

Washington Conference
June 25-26, 2003, Washington Court Hotel, Washington, D.C.
IDFA's Washington Conference provides invaluable opportunities for dairy industry executives to network with elected officials, including personal appointments with local lawmakers. Social events that draw congressional members include Wednesday's "Big Cheese" reception and the 21st Annual Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party, which closes the two-day event. Contributors to the Ice Cream, Milk & Cheese PAC are invited to additional special events throughout the program.

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IDFA TeleTraining: Dairy Product Labeling Series
May 29, June 5, June 12, 2003
IDFA TeleTraining is a series of short seminars conducted via conference call and online presentation. IDFA's Dairy Product Labeling TeleTraining Series presented three sessions (2 hours each): Introduction to Labeling, Nutrient Labeling and Claims, and Labeling Hot Topics.

Dairy Cost Accounting Workshops
June 9-10, 2003, at the Hyatt Rosemont, Rosemont, IL
The two-part program provides comprehensive dairy finance training on basic and advanced dairy cost accounting concepts. Certified public accountants (CPAs) earn eight Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits for each day of program attendance.

Cultured Dairy Products Conference
May 20-21, 2003, Hilton Milwaukee City Center, Milwaukee, WI
This annual two-day conference updates cultured dairy professionals on the hottest topics in the industry — from the latest sales and consumption data, to innovative packaging and ingredient technologies, to new federal regulations that will affect dairy operations. Exhibition included.

IDFA's Plant Operations Conference
April 8-9, 2003, Doubletree Guest Suites Chicago, Chicago, IL
This program provides in-depth information on dairy product safety and quality, and federal and state regulations that plant managers need to know.

SmartMarketing 2003
March 25-27, 2003, Tampa Marriott Waterside, Tampa, Florida
As the only dairy-specific marketing meeting for the industry, this intense conference examines key market trends and recent consumer shifts that are important for dairy. IDFA announces the winners of the annual "Achieving Excellence" marketing awards, co-sponsored by Dairy Field magazine and Tetra Pak Inc. Exhibition included.

Dairy 101: IDFA's Milk Procurement Workhop
March 19-20, 2003, Hyatt Regency O'Hare, Rosemont, IL
This two-part workshop is designed specifically to instruct you and your staff on the structure of the dairy industry and how dairy pricing mechanisms work. The program provides the "nuts and bolts" of the dairy industry and milk pricing.

Ice Cream Technology Conference
March 5-7, 2003, Hilton Scottsdale Resort and Villas, Scottsdale, Arizona
The only meeting that focuses specifically on frozen dessert technology, bringing together frozen dessert technical personnel in an interactive and open discussion of the latest issues, technologies and regulatory hurdles to the ice cream industry.

International Sweetener Colloquium
February 9-12, 2003, La Quinta Resort and Club, La Quinta, Calif.
Produced for the Sweetener Users Association, this event addresses the crucial business issues facing the producers and users of sweeteners.

2003 Dairy Forum
January 19-22, 2003, La Quinta Resort, La Quinta, Calif.
IDFA's premier annual meeting brings together leaders from all sectors of the dairy industry—processors, producers, cooperatives and suppliers—for debate and discussion about the most significant dairy policy issues.


2002

HACCP Short Course for Dairy & Juice Plants
October 22-24, 2002, Salt Lake City, Utah
This course focused on designing and implementing a plant-wide HACCP Program and incorporate the basic concepts of HACCP, its plan development and HACCP document review. Included local plant tour.

Washington Conference
June 12-13, 2002, Washington, DC
IDFA'S Washington Conference brings the dairy foods industry together for informative briefings, meetings with government officials and congressional members, and special social opportunities. Then, cap things off with the festive 20th Annual Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party.

Dairy Cost Accounting Workshops
May 29-30, 2002, Rosemont, IL
These industry-specific workshops (Introductory and Advanced) provide dairy company controller and accounting personnel with training in product/product line component costing and route distribution analysis.

Cultured Dairy Products Conference
May 14-15, 2002, Milwaukee, WI
Co-hosted by IDFA and Chr. Hansen, this important conference provides information specific to the manufacture and sale of cultured dairy foods. Exhibition included.

Plant Operations Conference
April 23-24, 2002, Chicago, IL
This conference is designed to provide the information necessary to ensure product safety and quality in a dairy operation, including the wide variety of operating regulations that plants are held to under federal and state law.

Dairy 101: IDFA's Milk Procurement Workshop
April 16-17, 2002, Rosemont, IL
This workshop is a must for anyone who needs to learn the fundamentals of the Federal Milk Marketing Order system and raw milk pricing and procurement. Accounting, procurement, production, sales and marketing personnel will all benefit from this intensive course on the dairy market basics.

HACCP Short Course for Fluid Milk and Juice Plants
April 3-5, 2002, Clayton, Missouri
This course focused on designing and implementing a plant-wide HACCP Program and incorporate the basic concepts of HACCP, its plan development and HACCP document review.

Ice Cream Technology Conference
March 6-8, 2002, Sheraton Gunter, San Antonio, Texas
This forum encourages an open exchange among participants on the technical issues pertinent to the frozen dessert industry.

SmartMarketing 2002
March 5-7, 2002, Sheraton San Diego, San Diego, California
This annual conference examines key marketing and consumer trends in dairy.

International Sweetener Colloquium
February 10-13, 2002, Westin La Paloma, Tuscon, Arizona
Produced with the Sweetener Users Association, this meeting gathers the producers and users of natural sweeteners to discuss the policies and regulations governing the industry.

Dairy Forum 2002
January 13-16, 2002, Pointe Hilton at Tapatio Cliffs, Phoenix, Arizona
IDFA's premier annual meeting gathers players from all facets of the dairy industry - producers, processors, cooperative leaders and suppliers - to discuss and debate the significant policy issues facing the industry.

2001

Worldwide Food Expo ‘01
October 18-21, 2001, McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois
IDFA is a primary sponsor of the Worldwide Food Expo, a biennial program that is the largest food processing and packaging event in North America. The next event will be held in Chicago on October 30-November 2, 2003. For more information, click here.

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