More DFA news from the National Milk Producers Federation’s (NMPF) held jointly with the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board and the United Dairy Industry Association. The cooperative sent 22 young members to the meeting to learn about media training, dairy promotion and exports, farm succession planning, dairy legislation and other national dairy issues. The young cooperative members were challenged … Read More
Accelerated Genetics Offers Scholarships
Accelerated Genetics is excited to announce several scholarships available to agriculture youth. Accelerated Genetics awards four, $500.00 scholarships to high school seniors planning to major in agriculture at a short course, vocational technical college or four-year university degree program. Any high school senior who has participated in high school agricultural education, 4-H or any agricultural organization is eligible to apply. … Read More
Australia Dairy Manufacturering Students Graduate
Students in Australia have graduated from the first industry-endorsed dairy manufacturers course. The National Centre for Dairy Education – Australia (NCDEA) and Dairy Food Safety Victoria (DFSV) joined forces to offer the course which is held at a dairy manufacturer through two four-hour sessions. Since its inception, 44 trainees from around Victoria have completed the Fundamentals of Food Safety and … Read More
Southern Regional Dairy Challenge Winners
Eleven colleges from southern states participated in the second annual southern regional Dairy Challenge in Baton Rouge, La. on Nov. 15-17. This three-day event included students assessing all aspects of a working dairy farm and then presenting recommendations for improvements to a panel of judges the participating farm families. Louisiana State University (LSU) staff and students hosted coaches and students … Read More
Vitamin D Could Reduce Aging
A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition recently found that vitamin D, a key nutrient in milk, could have benefits linked to reduced inflammation and aging. There is a new reason for the 76 million baby boomers in the United States to grab a glass of milk. Vitamin D, a key nutrient in milk, could have … Read More
Summer Internships at Accelerated Genetics
Accelerated Genetics is offering three summer internships in public relations & advertising, sales & service and marketing services. The internships provide valuable real-life experiences through a variety of opportunities working directly with employees, producers and industry partners. The Advertising & Public Relations Intern is based at the Accelerated Genetics Administrative headquarters in Baraboo, Wis. In this position the intern will … Read More
Online Internship Directory
The National Dairy Shrine has made available a website that matches college students looking for an internship with companies offering such positions. What a great resource! Be sure to check it out.
DFA Offers Scholarships
Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. (DFA) has announced a new scholarship program for college students pursuing a career in the dairy industry. Says DFA, “We recognize the importance of developing future leaders in the dairy industry, and are committed to investing in their educations.” Applications are due January 15, 2008 – to learn more visit DFA’s website. Scholarships are available … Read More
Bucky Badger Promotes Milk
The Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board (WMMB) has teamed up with Bucky Badger, the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s mascot to encourage students to drink milk. The got milk? Bucky Does! promotional campaign includes school promotional kits and live Bucky Badger appearances at five Wisconsin middle schools. The campaign focuses on the health benefits of milk highlighting calcium and the eight other essential … Read More
IDFA Offers Industry Orientation Book
The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is offering a Dairy Industry Orientation Workbook to help familiarize people with the industry’s main dynamics, including consumer trends, farm production, manufacturing and government regulations. The workbook offers clear and concise descriptions of complex policies and offers valuable insight and analysis. Dairy professionals who are new to the industry or who want to expand … Read More