Iowa Gov. Pledges Statewide Committment To Child Health & Wellness Through Fuel Up To Play 60

February 7, 2012 National Dairy Council

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad pledged his commitment to child health and wellness through Fuel Up to Play 60, an in-school health and wellness program that encourages youth to consume nutrient-rich foods and achieve 60 minutes of physical activity every day.

WMMB Uses New Tools To Inform Wisconsinites Of Dairy Industry's Impact In State

The Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board (WMMB) is continuing its effort to inform Wisconsin residents about the importance of the state’s dairy industry with the launch of a new motion graphics video, The Dairy Dollar, and a dedicated Dairy Impact Wisconsin YouTube channel.

Umpqua Dairy Introduces Natural Sour Cream & Cottage Cheese

February 7, 2012 Umpqua Dairy

Umpqua Dairy is pleased to announce the introduction of their new ‘Naturals’ line of cultured dairy products. Umpqua Dairy Natural Sour Cream and Natural Low Fat Cottage Cheese are now available in dairy cases throughout Oregon. Umpqua Dairy Natural Sour Cream is simply made with Cream, Milk and Enzymes. Umpqua Dairy Low Fat Cottage Cheese is simply made with Cream, Milk, Salt, Gums and Citric Acid.

Purfresh Names Brian Westcott President & CEO

February 7, 2012 Purfresh, Inc.

Purfresh, Inc., a market leader of ocean transport and supply chain management technologies that optimize the quality and safety of fresh produce as it moves around the world from the farm to the consumer, today announced the appointment of Dr. Brian Westcott as president and chief executive officer.

Pistachio Growers Vote To Amend Marketing Order

February 7, 2012 USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture will amend the federal marketing order regulating the handling of pistachios produced in California, Arizona and New Mexico.