A ruling this week by the USDA that low-carbohydrate milk products ought to be classified for pricing purposes the same as conventional fluid milk beverages got applause from the National Milk Producers Association. They believe it will prevent further farm revenue losses.
Powdergate Conspirators Finally Fined
Six New Zealanders have finally been fined for their roles in “Powdergate,” the multi-million dollar scandal involving export regulations and powdered milk. The six men in question admitted their roles in the scam, submitting to charges of producing false customs documents to export milk powder labeled as meat produce. The original charges were much more severe, originally handed down five years ago as conspiracy to defraud. In total, the six Kiwis were fined just $58,500.
No Need to "Wine" About Cheese Prices…
… at least, the California Milk Advisory Board doesn’t think so. In fact, they’re banking on the wine industry in the state to help drum up increased demand for California cheeses. CMAB has developed a retail partnership with Mirassou Wines for a national co-promotion to encourage consumers to sample both products.
3-A-Day Helps You Prepare For Mother's Day
3-A-Day is running a contest to win flowers for Mother’s Day.
Halloween Official Drink is Chocolate Milk
What would be better to wash down a couple pounds of chocolates and other assorted candies than a cold glass of chocolate milk? Nothing.
CWT Export Assistance Bids
Here’s the latest from Cooperatives Working Together: Cooperatives Working Together announced Thursday that it has accepted three export assistance bids, two for whole milk powder, and a third for cheese. The first two bids for whole milk powder, from Humboldt Creamery of Fortuna, CA, are to facilitate the export of 150 metric tons (330,000 pounds) to Turkey, and another 16 … Read More
New Trustees For Holstein Foundation
The Holstein Foundation has just announced three new trustees and of course, three retiring ones. The new ones are Joel Hastings, Rob Kolb and David Pelzer.
Australians Need To Consume More Calcium
There’s some new calcium dietary recommendations out in Australia. They’ve increased the recommended daily intake but unfortunately most people aren’t getting enough under the old guideline.
Let The Kids Drink Whole Milk If They Want
I just don’t get why anyone would think that serving kids whole milk causes obesity. How about soda or a sedentary lifestyle in front of a tv set or video game console? The IDFA released a statement today in support of New York City Councilman Bill de Blasio who has introduced a resolution that asks the school board why they’ve limited the milk choices kids and schools have.
New Budget For WMMB
Since I’m on Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board news, besides the board election they approved a new budget at its April board meeting. The budget will be invested in local, state and national promotion/marketing programs from July 1, 2006, through June 30, 2007. Cheese Business $15,609,000 Communications/Local Promotions $ 9,900,000 Administration $ 1,139,000 Capital Appropriations $ 9,900,000 … Read More