Thrasheurizer Enters Video Game Arena

News EditorDairy Checkoff, Education, Industry News, Media

The California Milk Marketing Board is proud to introduce a new video game that helps promote the benefits of milk – “Thrashteurizer.” Starring in the game is the very popular White Gold®, the rock band professing its love of and devotion to milk on television and online. “A staggering four out of five teens have mobile phones today – and … Read More

April is National Grilled Cheese Month

News EditorCheese, Media

April is National Grilled Cheese Month! Don’t forget to enjoy a yummy and calcium-filled grilled cheese sandwich today! KRAFT Singles is bringing smiles to grilled cheese lovers through entertainment and free food, culminating at the Seventh Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational (GCI), the world’s largest grilled cheese competition. Beginning April 6, enthusiasts can share why grilled cheese makes them smile. Five … Read More

Indiana Family Farms Have New Website

News EditorCompany Announcement, Education, Industry News, Media

Here’s a great new website to help open the communication lines between non-farm neighbors and farmers in Indiana. Designed by ZimmComm for Gary Truitt, Hoosier Ag Today, the site is called Indiana Family Farms. There’s a special section to learn more and meet dairy producers. Check it out! Welcome to Indiana Family Farms. This web site is your personal introduction … Read More

Pa. Dairy Farmer Featured in USA today

News EditorIndustry News, Media

Many of you may have already seen the USA Today article on dairy farmer milk prices. If you haven’t, be sure to take the time to read it, and be sure to leave a comment at the end of the article. Walt Moore, a dairy farmer in Pennsylvania is featured in the article, as well as in a nicely-done video. … Read More

Farms Keep N.Y. Green

News EditorEducation, Industry News, Media, Promotion

Recently Amanda posted a YouTube video called “Dairy Farmers Love Feeding Families.” Created by the New York Animal Agriculture Coalition. The group is focused on reconnecting the publics’ understanding of and appreciation for animal agriculture through: media engagement, public education, and by fostering cooperation between industry stakeholders. The group has also recently introduced several billboards that will be used through-out … Read More

Got Milk Creators Offer Healthy Recipes

News EditorDairy Checkoff, Media, Nutrition

The California Milk Processor Board (CMPB), the creator of GOT MILK?, has joined forces with children’s culinary schools statewide to uncover the delicious possibilities of nutritious foods like milk and vegetables — foods essential for healthy growth and development. The recipes developed by the children’s culinary schools have been outlined exclusively online. The partnerships with Piccolo Chef in Culver City, … Read More

Yes Pecan! Benefits Common Cause

News EditorIce Cream, Media

“YES PECAN!” An Inspirational Blend of Amber Waves of Buttery Ice Cream With Roasted Non-Partisan Pecans is a Ben & Jerry’s ice cream with a purpose. Customers who purchase the flavor at scoop shops during the month of January, will help Ben & Jerry’s who is donating the proceeds to the Common Cause Education Fund. Common Cause is a nonpartisan, … Read More

Pa. Unveiled Annual Butter Sculpture

News EditorButter, Media

Pennsylvania’s dairy farmers today unveiled the 19th annual butter sculpture to kick off the 93rd Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg. This year’s creamy creation, crafted from 900 pounds of butter donated by the Land O’Lakes plant in Carlisle, is a tribute to the Pennsylvania National Guard. Since Benjamin Franklin formed the first Pennsylvania National Guard in 1747, the brave members … Read More

Activists Want Garden on White House Lawn

News EditorAgribusiness, Media

President-elect Barack Obama will have his hands full when he takes office in January, and some activists want to make sure his belly is full, too — full of fresh fruits and vegetables. Several campaigns are petitioning Obama to plant an organic garden on the White House lawn, and they’ve devised peculiar ways of getting attention. Take, for example, Daniel … Read More