In honor of National Dairy Month this June, we will be looking at the impact of dairy in each state within The Dairy Alliance’s eight-state region: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.

Today we are looking at Georgia!

Animal care in the dairy barn is an important aspect of dairy farming across the Southeast. Comfortable cows produce more milk, so not only is good animal care the right thing to do, but cow care also makes financial sense for the dairy farm family to keep on farming.

Join us for a virtual farm tour on June 7th at 12 PM CST to Tri Springs Jersey Farm in Henry County, Tennessee, to highlight resources and lesson plans available to STEM educators.

In honor of National Dairy Month this June, we will be looking at the impact of dairy in each state within The Dairy Alliance’s eight-state region: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.

First up is Alabama!

We are bringing attention to a local fund helping to make milk accessible to all. It’s time to support the Randy Davis Memorial Milk Fund and efforts in your area to help the food insecure. The fund is a nonprofit organization that buys and donates fresh milk to local East Tennessee families in need.

May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month, and about 54 million Americans currently have osteoporosis and low bone mass. While the impact of this disease is huge, the good news is that it is manageable, and research has identified several things that you can do to help reduce your risk of osteoporosis.

Attention teachers! Did you know the Adopt a Cow program impacted over one million students last school year around the world…

Rehydrate with smoothies made with real milk - The Dairy Alliance

I look forward to using my experience to increase The Dairy Alliance’s connection with people of color and share all of the nutritional benefits dairy has to offer.

This summer, try a creamy dirty soda made with real milk. Dirty sodas are a combination of soda, coffee creamer or cream, flavored syrups, and additional add-ins like fruit or candy. The trendy concoction may become your favorite summer treat.

Learn why eating yogurt benefits your health and can be a filling and delicious ingredient for any meal of the day.

While water may be the first beverage that comes to mind when we think of hydrating, dairy milk offers unique benefits and can be a valuable teammate for quenching thirst, especially after a workout or a hot day! Let’s take a look at the trio of benefits that make milk a hydration hero for improved performance.

Did you know U.S. dairy’s greenhouse gas footprint is less than 2% of nations total? Celebrate Earth Month by showing support for our local dairy farmers who are doing their part to protect the planet we all share.

Bring milk’s high-quality protein to your life on the go with dairy-based smoothies! Life is busy, and your overall wellness shouldn’t be a low priority because of a full calendar. To meet your goals and achieve peak performance in your busy life, turn to real milk.

Research supports a link between eating yogurt and having a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes. And with more than 1 in 3 adults already having prediabetes- the leading risk factor for type 2 diabetes--every small tweak matters and can add up to something big.

Learn why cottage cheese toast is healthy and learn how to make a delicious and easy batch.

Earth Day—just one day—is not anywhere close to enough time to celebrate the importance of sustainability to dairy farming, so we celebrate the Earth all April long! To celebrate with us, make this Earth-inspired parfait.

April is Earth Month, and it’s a great time to recognize dairy’s vital role in a sustainable food system, not only nourishing people, but also the planet. Milk and dairy foods are nutrient-dense, providing high-quality protein and micronutrients that support healthy immune function, bone health, a healthy gut, and overall wellness.

Keys for fueling strategies include providing energy, maintaining hydration, and supporting muscle recovery post-exercise. Dairy products provide athletes an all-in-one approach to fueling their performance, all at a cost-effective rate.

Discover how dairy farmers contribute to Earth Day's environmental goals at The Dairy Alliance.