We would like to share with you an opposing view we received from Donald E. Niles, DVM. See below for his comments exactly as they were sent to WDD. As a dairy producer, I know how important dairy policy reform is to our future success and financial viability, and I appreciate that Rep. Colin Peterson is working so hard to … Read More
MPC Endorses Peterson's Legislation
This week, the Board of Directors of Milk Producers Council (MPC) voted to endorse legislation unveiled last week by Congressman Collin Peterson (D-Minnesota), which would implement reforms to our national dairy policies and is based on National Milk Producers Federation’s (NMPF) “Foundation for the Future” proposal. “With this vote, the MPC Board sent a strong message that it’s time for … Read More
New Site for Foundation of the Future
The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) announced the launch of its Foundation for the Future website. The website equips dairy producers and industry stakeholders with interactive tools and resources, including a margin protection calculator, that will educate them about the dairy policy reforms and programs proposed in the Foundation for the Future plan. FutureForDairy.com features a news and resources section … Read More
NMPF Board Meeting Results
Recently National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) held their spring board meeting. New officers were elected, and a new approach to reforming dairy policy called “Foundation for the Future” was approved. Read on to learn more. New Board Elected John Underwood was elected the Third Vice Chairman of NMPF, representing Northwest Dairy Association in Seattle, Wash. The new Board members include: … Read More