IDFA's regulatory staff works tirelessly on food safety issues on behalf of members, often serving in national leadership positions for a variety of organizations. In an effort to balance responsibilities and representation, IDFA has asked Allen Sayler, IDFA vice president, to represent the association on the Executive Board of the National Conference of Interstate Milk Shippers (NCIMS), which establishes operational requirements for Grade "A" dairy plants and farms. Cary Frye, IDFA vice president, will remain chair of the NCIMS Program Committee.

The NCIMS meets every other year to consider proposals from federal, state and local regulatory agencies, as well as producers, processors and consumers, to ensure the continued safety of Grade "A" dairy products.