In the interview, Amy emphasizes the importance of viewing milk as a whole food, rather than focusing on individual nutrients alone, and highlights emerging research across all milk fat levels. She also shares factors consumers are increasingly noticing about milk, including its high-quality protein, essential nutrients, affordability, and real-world nutrition benefits across the lifespan.
The conversation also touches on milk’s role in supporting children’s health through California’s universal school meals, reinforcing how nutritious milk fits into everyday eating patterns from childhood through older adulthood.
With National Milk Day on January 11, the discussion offers a timely perspective on milk’s continued role in healthy, accessible eating.
Listen to the full AgNet West interview or read more on the major takeaways at the link here.