Midwest Dairy partnered with registered dietitian Samaria Garrett of Feeding the Root and the Watermelon Board for a National Grilling Month segment on Twin Cities Live on July 28, 2026. The segment reached 96,000 viewers and aired twice throughout the Twin Cities area.
Garrett put a fresh spin on traditional grilling by pairing grilled watermelon with pepper jack cheese to create a sweet-and-smoky skewer. She also featured a Greek yogurt dip that can be enjoyed with watermelon or other fruits. Together, the recipes demonstrated creative ways to pair dairy with fruit, bringing high-quality protein and other essential nutrients from dairy to a fun summer occasion.
The collaboration provided an opportunity to showcase dairy in an unexpected way, demonstrating how dairy foods can complement seasonal produce and inspire simple, flavorful ways for consumers to enjoy more dairy.