Midwest Dairy is the marketing organization for dairy farmers across the Midwest and strives to build awareness and sales of dairy products in various ways. These ways include partnerships, dairy marketing research, engaging healthcare professionals, and sponsoring events. See the latest work done by Midwest Dairy by reading success stories from our dairy checkoff programs.
Young dairy leaders develop communication skills at June event
To kick off June Dairy Month, the Iowa Dairy Princess Program held its annual June Event—a youth dairy communications workshop and dairy princess orientation. Held…
Dr. Erin Cortus discusses manure management with dairy ambassadors
Sustainability is top of mind for consumers, and many have questions about manure management. Since dairy ambassadors share the dairy story with consumers and may…
Finalists named for the 71st Princess Kay of the Milky Way
Nine young women were named as finalists for the 71st Princess Kay of the Milky Way. Minnesota dairy princesses from across the state gathered for the…
Midwest Dairy awards 2024-2025 educational scholarships
Midwest Dairy is proud to award scholarships to deserving high school and college students for the 2024-2025 academic year. Recipients were chosen based on their past…
Dairy ambassadors learn how to navigate tough questions from consumers
This year, Midwest Dairy is represented by 27 dairy ambassadors from Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, and South Dakota. The Dairy Ambassador program offers educational and…
Celebrating another successful year for the Dairy Ambassador program
The Dairy Ambassador program is an educational and leadership opportunity for high school and college students passionate about the dairy industry. This program allows individuals…
Dairy Ambassadors sharpen their social media skills
Midwest Dairy would like to welcome the 2024 Dairy Ambassadors, who will be representing dairy farmers in five states: Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, and South…
Good luck to the 2024 Dairy Ambassadors
Midwest Dairy has officially selected participants for the 2024 Dairy Ambassador program for the 2024 year. Over the year, the ambassadors will have the opportunity…
Young dairy leaders get involved this summer
There are many opportunities for young dairy enthusiasts to get involved, especially during the summer months. From volunteering at consumer-facing events to attending conferences, Midwest…
Youth dairy leaders gather for leadership development opportunities
Providing leadership development opportunities for our young dairy leaders is important to Midwest Dairy. It’s all part of our continued commitment to invest in creating…
On-farm experiences for next-generation leaders
Midwest Dairy is committed to providing leadership and educational opportunities for youth in the dairy industry. Through programs such as the Dairy Ambassador Program and…
2023 Dairy Ambassadors announced
Midwest Dairy’s Dairy Ambassador Program is an educational and leadership opportunity for students who are passionate about dairy, are enrolled in post-secondary school, and possess…