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International Dairy Foods Association Names Joseph Scimeca to New Role as Senior Vice President, Regulatory and Scientific Affairs

March 5, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) announced today that Joseph Scimeca, Ph.D., has been named senior vice president, regulatory and scientific affairs. Scimeca comes to IDFA after serving for 16 years with Cargill Inc., most [Read More …]

IDFA joins large coalition in opposition to truck-only vehicle miles tax

March 3, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

IDFA and a large coalition of associations in the food and agriculture sector wrote a letter to U.S. Senate Finance Committee leadership, cautioning the committee against imposing a truck-only vehicle miles tax (VMT) that would [Read More …]

Dairy industry leaders visit Washington to advance dairy’s appropriations priorities

March 2, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Dairy industry leaders from across the country are in Washington this week to urge Congressional leaders and appropriators to fund important research, a SNAP milk incentive pilot program, and dairy standards modernization at the Food [Read More …]

Statement from Michael Dykes, D.V.M., President & CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), on 2019 U.S. Dairy Exports

February 7, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

“Despite significant disruptions in trade throughout 2019, U.S. dairy exports surged to $5.93 billion last year—a level unseen since the high-water mark of 2014, proving that American dairy continues to be the bright spot among [Read More …]

IDFA Adds Andrew Jerome to Communications Team as Director of External and Member Communications

February 4, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) has named Andrew Jerome director, external and member communications, within the executive and strategic communications department. Jerome will manage IDFA’s communications, marketing and reputation management activities for IDFA members [Read More …]

Message from Michael Dykes, IDFA President & CEO, on Dairy Forum 2020

February 3, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Dear Dairy Forum Attendees, I hope you agree that from start to finish, Dairy Forum 2020 was our most successful and engaging Dairy Forum to date. More than 1,140 attendees turned out. Thanks to your [Read More …]

The Power of Change

February 1, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Editor’s note: This is the manuscript for the address delivered by Dr. Michael Dykes as president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) at the Dairy Forum 2020 on Jan. 27 in Scottsdale, [Read More …]

MVP Dairy Named 2020 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year by Dairy Herd Management Magazine and International Dairy Foods Association

January 29, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

MVP Dairy, LLC of Celina, Ohio was recognized as the 2020 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year during a special ceremony this week at the International Dairy Foods Association’s (IDFA) Dairy Forum in Scottsdale, Arizona. MVP [Read More …]

IDFA’s Cary Frye Testifies to Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee: False Claims about Dairy ‘Have Confused and Scared the Public’

January 28, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Cary Frye, Senior Vice President for Regulatory Affairs with the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) in Washington, D.C., will give oral testimony today to the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) at the USDA Children’s [Read More …]

Dairy Forum 2020 in Scottsdale, Arizona to Look at Factors for Growth and Evolution of U.S. Dairy in 2020s

January 22, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is pleased to welcome credentialed members of the media to attend Dairy Forum 2020 in Scottsdale, Ariz., Jan. 26-29. IDFA President and CEO Michael Dykes, D.V.M., will hold a [Read More …]

Statement from International Dairy Foods Assoc. on Phase One U.S.-China Deal

January 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

“Today, the two most powerful economies in the world began to restore a positive, mutually beneficial trade relationship, and dairy producers and processors across the United States are grateful. To put the importance of this [Read More …]

International Dairy Foods Association Launches Women in Dairy Network

January 8, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is pleased today to launch the Women in Dairy Network to support a stronger, more diverse future for U.S. dairy. Since IDFA was established 30 years ago to harness [Read More …]

Summer Internship Program

January 8, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is seeking applicants for its 2020 summer internship, which will offer one undergraduate or recent graduate firsthand experience with the association’s efforts to advocate on dairy policy with lawmakers [Read More …]

Dairy Forum 2020 in Scottsdale, Arizona to Look at Factors for Growth and Evolution of U.S. Dairy in 2020s

January 7, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is pleased to welcome credentialed members of the media to attend Dairy Forum 2020 in Scottsdale, Ariz., Jan. 26-29. IDFA President and CEO Michael Dykes, D.V.M., will hold a [Read More …]

Statement from Michael Dykes, D.V.M., President & CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), on Phase One U.S.-China Deal

December 18, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

“Over the next decade, China represents a $23 billion market opportunity for U.S. dairy, and it is essential to our dairy producers and companies that we secure a trade deal with China that further levels [Read More …]

Statement from IDFA President and CEO Michael Dykes on USMCA Progress

December 17, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

“What a great day for U.S. dairy and all of American agriculture. With a smooth path ahead for the USMCA agreement, America’s dairy industry anticipates a bright future and continued growth through exports to Canada [Read More …]

Statement from Michael Dykes, D.V.M., President & CEO of the IDFA on USMCA Progress

December 10, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

“What a great day for U.S. dairy and all of American agriculture. With a smooth path ahead for the USMCA agreement, America’s dairy industry anticipates a bright future and continued growth through exports to Canada [Read More …]

Dairy Industry Recognizes 5 Lawmakers and Policy Leaders for Efforts to Support Dairy

December 9, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) recognized five individuals whose careers have positively impacted the trajectory of U.S. dairy. At an annual event called the Celebration of Dairy attended by nearly 300 people in Washington, [Read More …]

David Ahlem of Hilmar Cheese explains how exports are critical for the dairy industry – in California and the U.S.

November 9, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Joel Hastings of DairyBusiness News interviews David Ahlem, President and CEO of Hilmar Cheese Company. Hilmar has plants in both Hilmar, California and Dalhart, Texas and is one of the largest cheese producers in the [Read More …]

Dr. Michael Dykes of IDFA speaks about dairy exports and the USMCA trade agreement

October 31, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Speaking with Joel Hastings of DairyBusiness News at Hilmar Cheese Company in California, Dr. Michael Dykes urges Congress to pass the USMCA trade agreement. As head of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), Dykes was [Read More …]

Dairy Forum 2020: A roadmap to navigate the Trump economy?

October 8, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Join the International Dairy Foods Association in January for Dairy Forum 2020! This conference features a powerful program filled to the brim with renowned industry leaders who will share their insights and perspectives. On Tuesday morning, we’ll [Read More …]

EU-Indonesia Trade Dispute Should Benefit US Dairy, Says IDFA

October 2, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) issued the following statement today from Beth Hughes, senior director for international affairs, on Indonesia: “On behalf of our nation’s dairy processors, the International Dairy Foods Association expresses its [Read More …]

Statement from IDFA on US-Japan Trade Deal

September 27, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

a Washington, D.C. trade association representing all aspects of U.S. dairy from dairy cooperatives producing the milk to dairy processors and marketers to grocery retailers—issued the following statement today from IDFA president Michael Dykes on [Read More …]

Leading Health Experts Recommend Kids Under 5 Drink Only Cow’s Milk and Water

September 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

“Dairy milk is one of the healthiest things we can serve our kids, according to a panel of leading health experts who strongly recommend parents make dairy milk a key part of their child’s diet [Read More …]

Dairy Delivers® for Legal Services Providers

September 10, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

IDFA continues to demonstrate that the dairy industry has a powerful economic impact – $620 billion in total – on the American economy. Did you know that dairy also indirectly supports a broad range of [Read More …]

Dairy Delivers® for America’s Photographers

September 3, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

IDFA continues to demonstrate that the dairy industry has a powerful economic impact – $620 billion in total – on the American economy. Did you know that dairy also indirectly supports unique industries across the [Read More …]

2019 Dairy 100: Big, Bigger and Biggest

August 19, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Our 26th annual Dairy 100 ranks the largest companies and cooperatives in the North American dairy industry. View the 2019 Dairy 100 The past year brought challenges to many North American dairy processors, from tariffs [Read More …]

IDFA Highlights Dairy Industry’s Culture of Safety During OSHA’s Safe and Sound Week

August 14, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The International Dairy Foods Association is participating in Safe and Sound Week, a nationwide event held each August by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) that recognizes the success of workplace safety and health [Read More …]

IDFA Seeks Nominations for the 2020 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year Award

August 9, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) announced today that nominations are now being accepted for the 22nd Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year, an annual award co-sponsored by IDFA and Dairy Herd Management magazine. The winner [Read More …]

IDFA Seeks Nominations for the 2020 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year Award

August 8, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) announced today that nominations are now being accepted for the 22nd Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year, an annual award co-sponsored by IDFA and Dairy Herd Management magazine. The winner [Read More …]

International Dairy Foods Association Names Joseph Scimeca to New Role as Senior Vice President, Regulatory and Scientific Affairs

IDFA joins large coalition in opposition to truck-only vehicle miles tax

Dairy industry leaders visit Washington to advance dairy’s appropriations priorities

Statement from Michael Dykes, D.V.M., President & CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), on 2019 U.S. Dairy Exports

IDFA Adds Andrew Jerome to Communications Team as Director of External and Member Communications

Message from Michael Dykes, IDFA President & CEO, on Dairy Forum 2020

The Power of Change

MVP Dairy Named 2020 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year by Dairy Herd Management Magazine and International Dairy Foods Association

IDFA’s Cary Frye Testifies to Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee: False Claims about Dairy ‘Have Confused and Scared the Public’

Dairy Forum 2020 in Scottsdale, Arizona to Look at Factors for Growth and Evolution of U.S. Dairy in 2020s

Statement from International Dairy Foods Assoc. on Phase One U.S.-China Deal

International Dairy Foods Association Launches Women in Dairy Network

Summer Internship Program

Dairy Forum 2020 in Scottsdale, Arizona to Look at Factors for Growth and Evolution of U.S. Dairy in 2020s

Statement from Michael Dykes, D.V.M., President & CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), on Phase One U.S.-China Deal

Statement from IDFA President and CEO Michael Dykes on USMCA Progress

Statement from Michael Dykes, D.V.M., President & CEO of the IDFA on USMCA Progress

Dairy Industry Recognizes 5 Lawmakers and Policy Leaders for Efforts to Support Dairy

David Ahlem of Hilmar Cheese explains how exports are critical for the dairy industry – in California and the U.S.

Dr. Michael Dykes of IDFA speaks about dairy exports and the USMCA trade agreement

Dairy Forum 2020: A roadmap to navigate the Trump economy?

EU-Indonesia Trade Dispute Should Benefit US Dairy, Says IDFA

Statement from IDFA on US-Japan Trade Deal

Leading Health Experts Recommend Kids Under 5 Drink Only Cow’s Milk and Water

Dairy Delivers® for Legal Services Providers

Dairy Delivers® for America’s Photographers

2019 Dairy 100: Big, Bigger and Biggest

IDFA Highlights Dairy Industry’s Culture of Safety During OSHA’s Safe and Sound Week

IDFA Seeks Nominations for the 2020 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year Award

IDFA Seeks Nominations for the 2020 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year Award

Dietary crude protein: how low can we go thanks to the amino acid balancing concept in dairy cows?

Why Herd Immunity Matters to Your Dairy

What If You Could?

Cover Crops After Corn Silage