June Dairy Month 2026 is visible nationwide with a range of initiatives that reflect the evolving ways dairy organizations, farmers, processors and allied groups are engaging consumers, supporting communities and highlighting the industry’s economic and nutritional role.
In Wisconsin, state leaders and industry groups are emphasizing dairy’s outsized economic footprint and global reach. A commentary …
Artificial intelligence is becoming a practical tool for dairy product development, helping processors analyze data, evaluate ingredient interactions, and accelerate formulation work. While dairy innovation has traditionally relied on experience and trial-and-error testing, AI is increasingly being used to identify opportunities, improve efficiency, and help bring new products to market faster.
The Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA), a partnership between the Center for Dairy Research (CDR) and the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA), has selected 10 small and medium dairy businesses across the Midwest to receive over $46,000 in grants through the Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA).
“Consumers are developing a taste for diverse, specialty dairy …
As demand grows for products that combine nutrition, functionality, and flavor, dairy ingredients are being used in increasingly specialized applications beyond traditional protein-focused products. From bioactive whey components to functional milk fats and carbohydrates, processors are exploring new ways to enhance texture, nutrition, shelf life, and overall product performance while meeting evolving …
As consumer interest in ingredient transparency and minimally processed foods continues to grow, clearer definitions around cheese categories may become increasingly important across the dairy industry. The proposed CURD Act reflects broader efforts to improve consistency in labeling, regulatory interpretation, and consumer understanding while maintaining existing production and labeling frameworks.
Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) and Discover Dairy invite participants across the state to meet their new favorite classroom or community companion, as enrollment is now open for the free “Adopt a Cow” program for the 2026–27 school year.
The program pairs participants with calves from four Wisconsin dairy farms: OrthRidge Farms in Lancaster, Wis.; …
In the heart of Emilia‑Romagna, northern Italy, vast climate‑controlled warehouses hide one of the country’s most valuable assets. Towering shelves hold hundreds of thousands of wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano aging slowly, quietly and becoming more valuable with every passing month.
To outsiders, it looks like a cathedral of cheese. To Italy’s dairy producers, it is …
The U.S. dairy industry exported $9.51 billion in dairy products in 2025, nearing the record high of $9.54 billion set in 2022 and marking a significant 15% increase over 2024, according to calendar year 2025 data released today by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The milestone underscores strong global demand for high-quality U.S. dairy products …
What’s the next flavor trend ready to change the dairy industry? It is a question often posed internally by dairy processors but is difficult to answer. Although chocolate and vanilla are always fan favorites, finding the next big flavor can equate to big sales.
Tastepoint by IFF attempted to answer this question in a February …
Evolving dynamics between butterfat and protein production are reshaping dairy markets, contributing to increased price variability and shifting product flows. At the same time, strong export activity and ongoing production capacity growth point to continued opportunity. As these changes unfold, processors are navigating a more operationally complex environment that requires balance between …