Month: September 2018

For the last year, IDFA has demonstrated how dairy contributes to the economies of U.S. states. This week, the association highlights the milk and yogurt products industry, which in the United States, directly employs more than 84,000 skilled individuals, generates nearly $6.5 billion in direct wages and has an economic impact of $68.2 billion, according to IDFA’s economic impact tool, Dairy Delivers®. …

Founded in Granby in August 1938by 86 dairy farmers who decided to join forces and take control of their future, Agropur Cooperative is now owned by 3,290 member dairy farmers and is one of the largest head offices in Quebec with 8,300 employees, mostly in North America. Agropur has annual sales of $6.4 billion, making it the largest dairy cooperative in Canada and one of the top 20 dairy processors in the world. Its growth has never been hampered by the supply management system. Supply management works well for Canada, is suited to the realities of our market, and meets consumers' needs. Agropur reiterates its support for this system. …

Rosa Brothers Milk Company marks its sixth year with an anniversary celebration on Saturday, September 22, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at the Rosa Brothers Milk Company Creamery Store, 2400 South K Street in Tulare. There’s something for everyone at the party, as festivities will include an Open House, $1 ice cream cones, milk and ice cream samples, raffle prizes and a petting pen. A Farmers Market with tasting opportunities will be onsite to showcase the local products featured at the Creamery/Retail Store. …