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CDFA Hearing, Dairy Nutrition Incentive Program and More

August 8, 2023 • 2 Minute Read

 

AmyDeLisio_ProdCatCardHello,

I hope you’re having a great start to your week, as I share some important information and exciting updates with you.

Dairy Council of California Continuation Hearing

This September, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) will hold a hearing to determine the continuation of Dairy Council of California, a hearing that occurs every five years. As a member of the California dairy community, you are invited to participate in this process. Those of you who are interested can provide written letters to CDFA regarding the work we do to educate on the health benefits of milk and dairy foods, enabling us to inspire and foster healthier children, families and communities on your behalf. If you would like to get involved in the process, please reach out to me at adelisio@dairycouncilofca.org.

Dairy Nutrition Incentive ProgramDairy Nutrition Incentive Program

New legislation was introduced in Congress, titled the Dairy Nutrition Incentive Program Act of 2023 Incentive Program Act of 2023, that would provide a dollar-for-dollar incentive for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants to purchase nutritious dairy foods like milk, yogurt and cheese. Federal nutrition assistance programs like SNAP are critical to increase access to nutritious foods and provide a safety net for underserved communities to put healthy food on their table. Achieving nutrition security is especially important during childhood since good nutrition and access to high-quality foods like milk, yogurt and cheese can positively impact lifelong health and achievement. Nutrition security is defined as reliable access to enough affordable, nutritious food to avoid hunger and stay healthy. Find out more about the Dairy Nutrition Incentive Program Act of 2023 by visiting the International Dairy Foods Association web page.

Dairy Council of California is here to help the dairy community educate and inform on the important contribution of milk and dairy foods within healthy eating patterns.

Dairy Council of California Board Nominations

CDFA is currently soliciting self-nominations from milk producers and handlers interested in serving on the board of directors of Dairy Council of California to fill open positions. If you have questions about the nomination process, please contact Dennis Manderfield of CDFA at 916.900.5018 or me at 916.263.3560 or adelisio@dairycouncilofca.org.

Spotlight on Dairy Nutrition Research

  • A substantial body of literature demonstrates that full-fat dairy foods, particularly fermented dairy foods, may beneficially modulate cardiometabolic outcomes depending on an individual's health status. Read the full study here.
  • A new report from prominent global public health organizations provides a comprehensive overview of the complexities of the state of global hunger, malnutrition and the rapidly changing dynamics of food security. Access the full report here.

 

If you have questions, concerns or feedback you would like to share, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Best regards, 

Amy DeLisio, CEO

adelisio@dairycouncilofca.org