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For the Love of Cheesemaking
Cheese begins with a simple, wholesome ingredient: milk. Milk and cheese provide many essential nutrients, including high-quality protein, calcium, phosphorus, and B vitamins. Being a lifelong fan of cheese, I recently decided I needed to learn more about the art of cheesemaking. So, I purchased a simple cheesemaking kit online, purchased a gallon of whole milk, and gave it a good-old-fashioned try.
What Does High-Quality Protein Mean? Dairy Foods Have It
Protein is everywhere right now. And the term continues to change. Now, you hear all about “high-quality protein.” But, what does it mean, and is it in dairy foods?
As the conversation shifts, understand what your body needs and how certain foods, like real dairy milk, can help you meet those needs in a simple, stress-free way. Really, it’s easier than it sounds (and you may be doing it without even knowing).
When Does Real Dairy Milk Actually Expire? Should I Panic?
When does real dairy milk actually expire? Are you confused by milk expiration dates? Learn what “sell-by” and “best-by” really mean, how to tell if milk is safe, and when slightly sour milk can still be used in baking.
Is Chocolate Milk Actually Good for You?
Is chocolate milk actually good for you? Discover how real dairy chocolate milk provides 8g of high-quality protein and fits everyday routines.
Colombian Arroz Con Leche: A Sweet Taste of Home
There are certain foods that feel like more than just food. They carry memories, family traditions and little pieces of where we come from. For me, arroz con leche is one of those recipes.
Mud, Muscles, and Milk: What We Learned at This Year's Hustle on the Hill
We asked 2026 Hustle on the Hill participants about training, recovery, and nutrition. Here's what they shared during National Dairy Month—including the role of protein and real milk in their routines.
How Dairy Farmers Approach Animal Housing
Every dairy farm looks a little different, but one priority remains the same: keeping cows healthy, comfortable and well cared for. Dairy farmers put careful thought into the housing they provide, creating spaces that give cows a comfortable place to rest, access to fresh food and water, and protection from changing weather conditions. From barn design to bedding and ventilation, meet the dairy farmers who are putting cow comfort at the center of their everyday care.
The Benefits of Drinking Chocolate Milk Post-Workout
Is chocolate milk a good post-workout recovery drink? Learn how it supports muscle recovery with carbs, fluids, and 8 grams of high-quality protein per serving.
Milk's Got Game®: Real Dairy Milk Helps Fuel Mason Walters
For race car driver Mason Walters, performance isn't built on race day alone. It's built at home, where routines matter and recovery is just as important as training.
Behind those routines is his biggest fan, his mom.
2026 NCRLA Chef Showdown Awards Top Honors
The North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (NCRLA) hosted its tenth Chef Showdown on September 2, 2026. It has named its 2026 winners.
What Is Modular Eating? Build Meals with Dairy vs. Cooking
From snack plates to "girl dinner," modular eating is changing how people approach meals, even meals with dairy. Learn what it is and how dairy foods can fit into this growing trend.
Dad’s POV: Dairy Foods Help Fuel Back-to-School Success
For many dads, back-to-school comes with early mornings, packed lunches, after-school pickup, homework, and practices. The daily race to get everyone out the door on time, mixed with juggling life demands, makes healthy eating challenging. Despite this, the busy back-to-school season also brings an opportunity to play an active role in building healthy habits at home.
A Dairy Farmer’s Favorite Lesson for Kids
Some of the best lessons about dairy happen when agriculture comes directly into the classroom. Local partners from 4-H, FFA, Farm Bureau, and other agricultural organizations help students connect what they eat and drink every day to the farms and people behind it. Dairy Farmers and local ag educators were asked to share how they bring dairy to life for students, the farm facts kids love most, and their advice for helping the next generation learn more about dairy.
Teaching the Next Generation: Favorite Dairy Lessons from Agriculture Educators
Across our region, dairy farmers, Extension educators, Farm Bureau staff, and youth organizations are helping bring agriculture into classrooms through interactive activities, engaging resources, and real-life experiences. They know that when learning is fun and relatable, students are more likely to remember it and share what they've learned with their families.
The Randy Davis Memorial Milk Fund Connects Tennessee Farms and Families
Learn how the Randy Davis Memorial Milk Fund carries one Tennessee dairy farmer’s legacy forward by connecting farms, families, and communities through fresh milk—from our farm to your family.
Join The Dairy Alliance at the 2026 NCRLA Chef Showdown
The North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (NCRLA) is hosting its ninth Chef Showdown on September 2, 2026.
Dairy Protein for Busy Families: Simple Ways to Fuel Your Day
Need more protein, but don’t have more time?
Back-to-school season means early mornings, packed schedules, practices, homework, and everything in between. Here are some of my family’s favorite ways to add dairy protein throughout the day.
Where Does Your Milk Come From? How to Trace Your Milk From Our Farm to Your Family
When you pour a glass of milk, you probably aren't thinking about its road trip. Often, the furthest into milk’s journey we consider is when we pull it off the grocery store shelf.
Real dairy milk has a story that often starts surprisingly close to home, like right in the heart of Tennessee. When it comes to your milk, know it is local.
5 After-School Dairy Snacks to Focus on What Matters
Fuel busy afternoons with 5 after-school dairy snacks using real dairy. Milk, yogurt, and cheese provide protein as part of balanced, fun, and satisfying snacks for active kids.
First Week of School Meal Plan
As a mom of three, I know that the first week of school can be crazy and stressful. As a dietitian, I know how important it is to prioritize balanced meals, but it can be hard to make it happen. I’ve found that having a meal plan is a great way to set myself up for success that first week of school and beyond.