NATIONAL DAIRY MONTH

NATIONAL DAIRY MONTH

National Dairy Month in June celebrates the many contributions of the dairy industry to our health and economy. Today, we recognize the entire chain of dairy all month long.

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Dairy products contribute to our health in numerous ways. An 8-ounce glass of milk has more nutrients than the same serving size of juice. It's packed with protein, too. And cheese is udderly delicious!

Beyond the benefits that go into our bodies, the dairy industry fuels our economy. From the farmer and cheese production to distribution and the grocers who stock their shelves with products there's a non-stop demand for all the delicious ways we enjoy dairy products.

The United States and Australia export more milk and milk products than any other country. Those products include cheese, yogurt, ice cream, butter, cream, powdered milk, and much more. Throughout the world, more than 6 billion people consume milk and the products we make from it. One of the reasons is because milk provides nutrients such as calcium, potassium, vitamin B12, and vitamin A.

HOW TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL DAIRY MONTH

Savor the recipes made with dairy all month long. Visit a dairy farm and thank a farmer. Pick up your favorite cheeses or have some frozen yogurt. Learn the difference between whipping cream and half and half.  Take a tour of an ice cream factory. What's your favorite dairy? Use #NationalDairyMonth to share on social media.

HISTORY BEHIND DAIRY MONTH

National Dairy Month began in 1937 to promote dairy products. The Dairy Council sponsors the month.

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