IDFA

IDFA Names Matt Herrick to New Role as SVP, Executive and Strategic Communications

April 2, 2019 International Dairy Foods Association

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) has named Matt Herrick to the new position of senior vice president, executive and strategic communications. In this role, Herrick will be responsible for leading all of IDFA’s communications and reputation management activities, with a particular focus on promoting and extending the IDFA brand to support the growth of dairy in the United States and around the world. …

NMPF, IDFA Support Legislation Allowing Whole Milk in School Meals

February 1, 2019 International Dairy Foods Association

National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) welcome the introduction of legislation sponsored by Reps. Glenn Thompson (R-PA) and Collin Peterson (D-MN), chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, allowing whole milk in school nutrition programs. …

IDFA Expands Focus on Yogurt with Transition of National Yogurt Association and Newly Created Segment Board

January 14, 2019 The International Dairy Foods Association

In December, the NYA board of directors voted to dissolve and transition its assets over to IDFA, including the Live and Active Cultures (LAC) Seal Program. This move aligned with IDFA’s recent change to a more streamlined and efficient governance structure. On Jan. 1, IDFA introduced a new Executive Council and created five Industry Segment Boards, including one dedicated to yogurt and cultured products. …

IDFA Names new Executive Council, Outlines Enhanced Governance Structure

January 7, 2019 International Dairy Foods Association

“As the preeminent advocacy and membership-driven organization supporting the dairy foods business, the International Dairy Foods Association has worked for the last 30-plus years to advance and protect our industry, while acting as a trusted advocate for our members’ regulatory, legislative and communications needs,” explained Michael Dykes, D.V.M., president and CEO of IDFA. “Like our industry, however, the needs of dairy processing companies and suppliers are changing and growing. As our industry and the needs of our members evolve, so must IDFA. …