We’re pleased to offer these science-based dairy resources including videos, handouts, activities, research and more. Feel free to share them with your friends on social media or download to use in presentations, displays or at events!
Stay Healthy with Key Nutrients
Support your health through good nutrition.
Give the Gift of Ohio Cheeses
Use this guide to find gifts for the cheese lovers in your life.
Where to Buy Ohio Cheese for the Holidays
Make the most intimate gatherings extraordinary with Ohio-made cheese.
Technology for the Next Generation
The Daugherty family updated their farm with new technology for future generations.
Effects of Dairy Intake on Inflammation
Dairy consumption as part of a balanced diet has potential beneficial effects on inflammation.
Virtual Dairy Farm Tour Curriculum
Cross-curriculum lessons for grades 5-8 that apply to multiple competencies.
Dairy Fact Sheet Collection
Information about animal care, sustainability, milk safety & more.
Modern Technology: Focusing on Cow Comfort
Dairy farmers use technology to provide excellent care for their cows.
Cheese Pairing Guide
A tasteful guide to cheese pairings and building a cheese board.
Safely Serving Dairy Outside the Cafeteria
Use milk crate cold bags to keep dairy foods cold when serving outside the cafeteria.
Dairy Directory
A guide to national, regional and state dairy organizations.
Joel Bitonio’s Get Up & Go One Cup Fuel Up Shake
Browns guard Joel Bitonio makes this shake to fuel his 60 minutes of daily physical activity.
Fuel Up to Play 60 Homeroom
This digital learning tool features fun videos and activities for students.
Dairy + Plants: Superfood Power Couple
Dairy foods and plants make the ultimate nutritional power couple.
Prospective Urban Rural Epidemiology (PURE) Study
Dairy consumption associated with lower prevalence of metabolic syndrome, hypertension and diabetes.
Comparing Cost of Essential Nutrients
Milk and dairy identitifed as inexpensive sources of three of the four nutrients of public health
Raising Gallons
Raise a gallon with us to help get milk to those in need.
Meet Paul Keener: Building a Dairy Farm
Ohio dairy farmer shares how he built his dairy farm from scratch.
4 Ways to Enjoy Cottage Cheese
Try these pairings and recipes for a versatile and nutritious snack.
A Look Back at the Butter Cow Display
Take a look back at some of our favorite moments from the Butter Cow display.
Ohio State Fair Favorites Digital Recipe Guide
Bring a taste of the Ohio State Fair straight to your kitchen.
DIY Butter Cow Sculpting Challenge
Step by step instructions to create your own mini Butter Cow at home!
The Dairy Matrix: More than the Sum of Its Nutrients
This webinar explores the emerging concept of the food matrix, and the complexity of the dairy matrix.
Protein: Plant? Animal? Health? Planet?
This webinar explores protein quality and quantity, and plant and animal sources of protein.
Top Ten Grab & Go School Recipes
Check out our top ten school recipes that are kid tested and approved!
The Food Matrix: More than the Sum of its Nutrients
Emerging research is exploring the role of the whole food package when it comes to health and wellness.
Dairy Holidays Toolkit
Celebrate national dairy holidays with the pre-written social media posts and pictures in this toolkit.
Dairy Communications Toolkit
Useful resources for School Food Service Directors to share with students and parents.
National Dairy Month Sweepstakes
Enter to win a $200 grocery gift card from Ohio and West Virginia’s dairy farm families!
Dairy is Fresh & Local
Dairy can be found in all 50 states! Learn how to tell where the dairy in your fridge is from.
What Do Cows Eat?
Dairy farmers and nutritionists work together to provide cows with a well-balanced diet.
National Dairy Month
Learn why National Dairy Month has been a tradition in the U.S. since 1937.
Sustainable Nutrition Infographic
Dairy is nourishing people, our planet and our communities.
Easy Greek Yogurt Dips
Try these easy Greek yogurt dips the next time you’re craving a healthy snack!
Easy Cheese Pairings
Check out these easy cheese pairing ideas to make your own cheese plate at home!
9 Easy Mess with Your Milk Experiments
These simple experiments can be done using everyday supplies you likely already have at home.
U.S. Dairy Industry and Farmer Leaders Endorse New Environmental Goals
Environmental goals include carbon neutrality and cleaner water with maximized recycling by 2050.
Movie Night Snacks
Find the perfect snack to pair with your favorite kind of movie.
Squeeze & Freeze Ice Cream
Try this simple recipe to make homemade ice cream.
Keep Your Dairy Fresh
Tips to keep your dairy fresh and use every last bit of the dairy in your fridge.
Because That’s What Families Do
Ohio and West Virginia dairy farmers continue to work hard to keep our families nourished.
Dairy Substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Consult this handy guide for baking substitutions.
Spring is in the Air
Find out what tasks are on a dairy farmer’s spring checklist!
Advanced Dairy Coloring Pages
Let your creativity flow with these 10 dairy-themed coloring pages.
Health & Wellness News: From Farm to You
Past issues of the ADA Mideast’s digital newsletter for school and health professionals.
5 Recipes That Are 5 Ingredients or Less to Make with Kids
Get kids off the screen and into the kitchen to help make these simple and tasty recipes.
MOOvelous Activities for Families
Try these activities to help enhance virtual learning while spending time with your family.
Chocolate Milk Deconstructed
Find out what makes chocolate milk nature’s recovery drink.
FUTP60 Student Zone App
The official Fuel Up to Play 60 app! Never miss out on news, activities, Challenges and special content!
Your Quick DASH Guide
Named “Best Overall Diet” by U.S. News & World Report, DASH is a flexible, balanced eating plan.
Milk: Trusted by Athletes
Throughout her lifetime, U.S. Olympian Emily Infeld has trusted real milk to fuel her journey.
U.S. Olympian Emily Infeld Runs on Milk
U.S. Olympian and Cleveland native Emily Infeld runs on milk to fuel her training routine.
Milk has the Nutrition Athletes Need
With 9 essential nutrients and 8 grams of protein, milk fuels U.S. Olympian Emily Infeld’s training.
Build Healthy, Nutritious Eating Patterns
Three daily servings of milk, cheese or yogurt can contribute to healthy eating patterns.
Calf Care with Dr. Fred Gingrich
Veterinarian Dr. Fred Gingrich explains how dairy farmers care for their calves.
Dairy DYK: Your Top Questions Answered
This webinar answers health professionals’ most common questions about dairy foods and farming.
Get Cultured on Fermented Dairy Foods
This webinar helps health professionals understand emerging science on fermented dairy foods.
Fat or Fiction: The Science of Whole Fat Dairy Foods
This webinar helps health professionals understand the emerging science on whole milk dairy foods.
Smart Snacking for a Healthy Lifestyle
Delicious and nutritious snack ideas to help you refuel and meet daily food group requirements.
The Value of School Meals
School meals play a major role in schools as well as in families and communities.
Dairy’s Role in Health & Sustainable Food Systems
This webinar helps health professionals field questions on food, nutrition and well-being.
ABC Cards and Activities
Printable alphabet cards with a guide for meal relay, spell-off and name-that-food group activities.
Dairy and Plant-Based Diets
Dairy foods are important in healthy eating styles, especially for flexitarian and vegetarian diets.
Science-based Benefits of Chocolate Milk
20+ studies support the benefits of recovering with protein-packed low fat chocolate milk.
Built with Chocolate Milk
Official website of Built with Chocolate Milk.
Airplane Choo Choo: A Guide to Feeding Your Baby
Suggestions for the first two years. Remember every baby is unique. This guide helps get you started!
GenYouth
Official website of GenYouth, a partner of Fuel Up to Play 60.
Fuel Up to Play 60
Official website and dashboard of Fuel Up to Play 60.
Hot Chocolate School Kit
Hot chocolate can be part of reimbursable meals, per USDA guidelines.
Savory Yogurt Parfait Taste Test Kit
Host a taste test featuring savory Fiesta Parfait and Buffalo Chicken Parfait, both made with yogurt.
Yogurt Parfait School Kit
Make yogurt parfaits at home or school using this handy guide.
Overnight Oats School Kit
Serve overnight oats to students and get credit for fruits, yogurt and grains, per USDA guidelines.
Smoothie School Kit
Serve smoothies to students and get credit for fruits, vegetables and yogurt, per USDA guidelines.
West Virginia Farm to School Kit
Connect your students to West Virginia’s dairy farmers, who produce milk and other dairy foods!
Ohio Farm to School Kit
Connect your students to Ohio’s dairy farmers, who produce milk and other dairy foods!
How To Get Your Kids More Dairy
Tips from Dr. Liz Zmuda for helping kids get more dairy, which is needed for growth and development.
Should Young Children Drink Milk?
Dr. Liz Zmuda sums up beverage recommendations by leading pediatric organizations for kids 0-5.
Defining Dairy
From organic to ultra-filtered and everything in between, discover what makes these cow milks unique!
How Do Veterinarians Help Dairy Farmers?
Veterinarian Dr. Fred Gingrich explains what vets do on dairy farms.
White Milk’s 9 Essential Nutrients
Milk’s 9 essential nutrients make it one of the most nutrient-rich beverages you can enjoy.
Chocolate Milk’s 9 Essential Nutrients
Discover chocolate milk’s unique package of 9 essential nutrients.
Dairy Foods from Farm to Fridge
Discover how dairy foods get from the cow to your glass, bowl or plate.
Ohio Dairy Facts
Statistics about Ohio’s dairy community.
West Virginia Dairy Facts
Statistics about West Virginia’s dairy community.
Sloane Stephens is Built with Chocolate Milk
Discover how this professional tennis player stays at the top of her game.
Ohio School Breakfast Challenge
Official website of the Ohio School Breakfast Challenge.
Sustainable Diets Must Be Able to Nourish People & Protect Planet
Dairy helps nourish people sustainably, which is a global priority.
Milk, Cheese, Yogurt – Made Right Here in Ohio
See where delicious dairy foods are made in Ohio.
Wheys to Boost Protein Throughout the Day
Ideas for adding whey protein to foods and beverages for relatively few calories.
Milk, Cheese, Yogurt – Made for West Virginia
See where delicious dairy foods are made for West Virginia.
Al Horford is Built with Chocolate Milk
See how this NBA basketball player bounces back after being on the court.
Lactose Intolerance vs. Dairy Allergy
People often confuse lactose intolerance with a dairy allergy, yet there’s a crucial difference.
Reach For It with Ron Stokes
Ohio State basketball analyst Ron Stokes explains how to get an edge on your competition.
Milk: From Farm to Fridge
Discover how milk gets from the farm to your fridge and all the amazing steps in between.
Reach For It with Jim Lachey
Ohio State football analyst Jim Lachey shares the importance of nutrient-rich chocolate milk.
Ohio Dairy Foods From Farm to Table
Follow milk’s journey from Ohio dairy farms to your table.
West Virginia Dairy Foods from Farm to Table
Follow milk’s journey from West Virginia dairy farms to your table.
How to Make the Perfect Grilled Cheese
It’s time to experiment with different cheeses, ingredients, spreads and breads.
Recommendations by Sports Dietitians
Advice on hydration, protein needs, pre-workout nutrition and fueling during exercise and recovery.
Why Aren’t All Cows on Pasture?
Veterinarian Dr. Fred Gingrich explains why not all dairy cows are on pasture.
Milk from Farm to Fridge: Your Questions Answered
Answers to your most commonly asked questions about how milk travels from farm to fridge.
Wheys to Boost Protein – Tips for Cooking & Baking
Whey protein is a versatile ingredient that can be added to food to help boost high-quality protein.
Economic Impact of Ohio’s Dairy Community
Ohio’s dairy farmers do more than just produce milk.
Fueling Essentials for the Lactose Intolerant Athlete
Tips on how to keep dairy, a source of high-quality protein for athletes, in the diet.
Magic of Milk for Athletes
Five facts why milk is a must for athletes.
Milk – Nature’s Sports Drink
A research overview on the benefits of milk for sports recovery.
6 Genius Ways Farmers Reduce, Reuse & Recycle
Reducing waste, reusing resources and recycling trash into treasure.
No Fuss Wine & Cheese Pairings
Use this handy guide to pair easy-to-find cheeses with the perfect wine.
What Do Cows Eat?
We aren’t the only ones eating a carefully balanced diet — dairy cows do too!
Tailgating Tips
Follow these tips for a safe and delicious tailgate.
How to Throw the Ultimate Cheese Lovers Tailgate
Make your at-home tailgate a success with these tasty tips!
Cheese Storage Tips
What’s the best way to store cheese? It depends on the kind of cheese!
Bengals Fuel Up Fortune Teller Game
Features Bengals tight end CJ Uzomah and highlights healthy breakfast foods.
Browns Fuel Up Fortune Teller Game
Features the Cleveland Browns and highlights healthy breakfast foods.
CJ Uzomah Cut-Out
Printable cut-out of Cincinnati Bengals tight end CJ Uzomah, featuring breakfast ideas.
Chocolate Milk: Official Beverage Of OHSAA
Chocolate milk has 9 essential nutrients, including 8 grams of protein to help build greatness.
Milk It Activity Page
Kid-friendly worksheet highlighting milk’s vitamins and minerals.
MOOga Yoga Poses
Yoga poses to get students energized and moo-ving — and more focused on learning.
FUTP60 Playbook: Goals & Descriptions
2019-20 Fuel Up to Play 60 activities to help students to eat healthy and get active.
Farm to School Play: Know Your Foods
A Fuel Up to Play 60 activity to help students learn where their food, including milk, comes from.
Eat Good Food & Get Out and Play, says CJ Uzomah
Bengals tight end CJ Uzomah chooses to fuel up with good foods, like milk, cheese and yogurt.
Bengals Teammates Fuel Up with Breakfast
Find out what some Cincinnati Bengals players typically eat for breakfast to help fuel their day.
Bengals CJ Uzomah Stresses Eating Breakfast
Bengals tight end CJ Uzomah fuels up every day by eating a healthy breakfast.
5 Fun Facts about the Butter Cow Display
In the heat of the summer, Ohio’s coolest tradition takes shape year after year.
Chocolate Milk: Official Beverage of WVSSAC
Chocolate milk has the right mix of fluids, carbs and protein to power potential.
Decoding the Dairy Case
Find out how cow’s milk stacks up against other “milks” like soy, almond and coconut beverages.
Cheers to Ohio Dairy Farmers
Ohio dairy farmers do more than produce milk — they create jobs and help drive the state’s economy!
Electronic Feed Pusher in the Dairy Barn
An electronic feed pusher is like a Roomba used to help feed the cows in the dairy barn.
2019 Ohio State Fair Butter Cow Display
It’s out of this world! The butter display celebrates the 50th anniversary of the moon landing.
Top Questions About Milk & Dairy Foods
Get the facts from a registered dietitian.
35 Fun Facts About Dairy
Wow your friends with 35 interesting facts about milk’s journey from farm to fridge!
Why Dairy Farmers Love What They Do
Dairy farmers love caring for cows, working with family and providing for their community.
Make the Most of Your Dairy
Helpful tips to help you reduce your dairy food waste.
Does Farm Size Matter?
Dairy farmers explain that when it comes to producing high-quality milk, size just doesn’t matter.
Make & Taste Lesson: Greek Yogurt
Explores the history and science behind the process of making Greek yogurt.
Make & Taste Lesson: Ricotta
Explores the history and science behind the process of making ricotta cheese.
Make & Taste Lesson: Butter
Explores the history and science behind the process of turning heavy whipping cream into butter.
Make & Taste Lesson: Mozzarella
Explores the history and science behind the process of making mozzarella cheese.
Science of Cheese Presentation
Combines math, science, agriculture and engineering into one cooking demonstration.
Dairy Foods: Key for Supporting Health
There is growing evidence that eating dairy foods is not linked to higher risk for key chronic diseases.
School Menu Board Graphics
Jazz up your school menus and encourage healthy choices with these Team Nutrition graphics.
Start Smart with Breakfast
Help students learn why breakfast matters, what a balanced breakfast is and how to make healthy choices.
Why Aren’t Calves Kept with their Mothers?
Veterinarian Dr. Fred Gingrich discusses calf care on a dairy farm.
Why Do You Give Cows Antibiotics?
Veterinarian Dr. Fred Gingrich discusses antibiotic use and milk safety.
Valentine’s Day Cards
Printable Valentine’s Day cards featuring dairy cows, foods and some MOOvelous sayings!
How To Brown Butter
Learn how to brown butter from food blogger Beyond Frosting.
Dairy’s Contributions to Sustainable Nutrition
Overview of the global sustainable nutrition landscape and the U.S. dairy community’s role and vision.
Chef-Inspired School Recipes
Quick from-scratch school recipes developed by National Dairy Council, Land O’ Lakes and General Mills.
National FUTP60 Student Ambassador Summit in Cleveland
The 2019 National Fuel Up to Play 60 Student Ambassador Summit was in Cleveland.
How Do Cows (and Calves) Stay Warm in the Winter?
Dairy farmers work hard to keep their cows healthy and comfortable, especially during winter.
How Nutrition & Sustainable Food Systems are Inextricably Linked
The dairy community’s role in advancing sustainable food systems.
Pearl Valley Cheese
Meet award-winning Ohio Swiss cheesemaker Pearl Valley Cheese.
Guggisberg Cheese
Learn about Ohio cheesemaker and inventor of Baby Swiss, Guggisberg Cheese.
Tips to Reduce Food Waste
Learn what you can do to reduce food waste and save money.
3 Simple Ways to Reduce Food Waste
The average family wastes about 1/3 of the food they buy. Use these tips to lessen your food waste.
5 Hacks to Make Your Holidays Even “Grater”
These five great hacks will help you handle cheese with ease!
5 Ways to Eat Healthy on a Budget
Follow these tips to create healthy meals on a budget.
Cow Care with Dr. Fred Gingrich
Veterinarian Dr. Fred Gingrich explains what cows eat, how they are cared for and if farm size matters.
Breakfast Matters
Eating breakfast helps kids feel better, focus better, play better and do better at school.
There’s A Lot That You Don’t Know About Dairy
Dairy is all around us every day — do you know how it’s made or what makes it so good for you?
Milk vs Dairy Alternatives Flash Cards
These cards provide a summary of nutrition and ingredient profiles of the leading alternative beverages.
Honor the Harvest: How Dairy Contributes to the Nutrient Cycle
Find out how the dairy community nourishes people, animals and the land.
Dairy: Part of the Solution to the Triple Burden of Global Malnutrition
Eating nutrient-rich dairy can help alleviate some of the issues of global malnutrition.
Science Summary: Dairy in Healthy Eating Patterns
Dairy foods are foundational foods included in multiple eating patterns.
Science Summary: Cheese & Your Health
Nutrient-rich cheese contributes protein, calcium, phosphorus and vitamin A to the U.S. diet.
Science Summary: Milk & Your Health
Cow’s milk helps Americans get the essential nutrients they need.
Science Summary: Yogurt & Your Health
Yogurt is a nutrient-rich food that has been nourishing people for centuries.
The Triple Burden of Global Malnutrition
Malnutrition is the greatest contributor to disease globally and affects every country.
Seven Ways to Use Yogurt
Ideas on how to use regular or Greek yogurt.
Size Up Your Serving
Includes daily servings and portion sizes by age for the MyPlate food groups.
5 Easy Weeknight Meals
Mix up your week with these 5 easy recipes to get out of your supper slump!
2018 Ohio State Fair Butter Cow Display
Christmas in July! The butter display celebrates a classic Ohio-made MOOvie.
How Robotic Milking Works
Ohio dairy farmer Jason Nuhfer explains how robotic milkers work and why he uses them.
Meet Sam Dilsaver: Managing Cow Manure
See how Ohio dairy farmer Sam Dilsaver responsibly manages cow manure and protects water quality.
Dairy: A Driver of the Sustainable Development Goals
Dairy is championing goals to make positive change.
Undeniably Dairy Color-by-Numbers
This color-by-number activity page honors farmers, artisans and food lovers devoted to dairy!
CAFO Fact Sheet
Learn what a CAFO is and how these large farms follow strict regulations to protect the environment.
Refuel with Smart Snacks
Kids need to consume a variety of nutrient-rich foods from all five food groups each day.
Meet the Rufeners, Ohio Dairy Farmers
Three generations of the Rufener family work together as a team to care for their cows.
What Happens When a Calf is Born?
What do they look like? How big are they? Where do they live?
Meet the Herrons, Ohio Dairy Farmers
Dairy farming is a family tradition for the Herrons and caring for their cows is a top priority.
Meet Ohio Dairy Farmer Gretl Schlatter
Gretl Schlatter always wanted to be a dairy farmer, and she didn’t let anything get in her way.
The Scoop on Cow Poop
Discover how dairy farmers manage manure responsibly to protect the environment.
Support Your Child’s Health at School
Ideas on how parents can get involved with Fuel Up to Play 60.
Reinforce Wellness Messages at Home
Tips from Fuel Up to Play 60 on how to create a healthy environment at home.
FUTP60 Means Student Health & Student Success
General information for parents about Fuel Up to Play 60.
Farm to Fridge for Kids
Kid-friendly graphic depicts milk’s journey from farm to table.
Milk with Meals, Water Whenever
Offering milk at breakfast, lunch and dinner helps kids get their recommended intake of dairy foods.
What is a TMR?
Total Mixed Ration. Cows spend about 5 hours a day eating, and they consume about 100 pounds of feed!
A Day in the Life of a Dairy Cow
Take a walk with us through a day in the life of a dairy cow.
Whole Milk Dairy Foods: Exploring the Evolving Science
While guidance to choose foods low in saturated fat hasn’t changed in 30 years, the science is evolving.
Why Breakfast? A U.S. Olympic Athlete Explains
U.S. Olympic runner Emily Infeld’s morning training is fueled by a healthy breakfast.
Why Milk? A U.S. Olympic Athlete Explains
Milk is a staple in U.S. Olympic runner Emily Infeld’s diet and training routine.
Milk Builds Champions
U.S. Olympic runner Emily Infeld chats about milk with a high school runner from an Ohio dairy farm.
How to Make Whipped Cream
Learn how to make whipped cream in under 1 minute from food blogger In Katrina’s Kitchen!
Facts About Lactose Intolerance
Answers to common questions about lactose intolerance and tips to manage.
Coffee Cheat Sheet
Discover the differences between these popular coffee drinks.
Hot Cocoa: 6 Ways
Try these unique twists on a classic drink.
Power of Protein: Quality Matters
Protein is naturally found in a variety of animal and plant foods, but not all is equal.
4 Easy Tricks to Take Your Recipes to the Next Level
Tips for seasoned cooks, beginners and everyone in-between!
Just Add Milk!
Looking for ways to make your diet more nutritious? Just add milk!
Perfect Pairings: Seasonal Snacking Guide
These printable cards will inspire the perfect seasonal snack!
Discover Undeniably Dairy
Virtual farm experiences and curriculum for 5th-8th grade by Discovery Education and NDC.
The Sports Nutrition Edge OHSAA Series
Tips on nutrition, protein, recovery, hydration, snacking and breakfast for the student athlete.
NDC School Meal Recipes
Check out these recipes from National Dairy Council to make your school meals better than ever!
4 Reasons Breakfast Matters
A healthy breakfast includes at least three MyPlate food groups. How many combinations can you make?
Strong Bones Are As Easy As 1-2-3
Tips, including an easy smoothie recipe, to help kids achieve stronger bones.
Healthy Bones Start with Dairy
Includes three hands-on activities to encourage students to build strong bones for life.
School Breakfast: Understanding the Basics
The School Breakfast Program provides nutritious meals to students in participating schools.
5 Fun Facts About Flavored Milk
Flavored milk is a great way for kids and teens to enjoy milk and get the nutrients they need.
The Sports Nutrition Edge WVSSAC Series
Tips on nutrition, protein, recovery, hydration, snacking and breakfast for the student athlete.
A Pediatrician’s Perspective on Milk
Dr. Elizabeth Zmuda shares her perspective on milk — white and flavored — as part of a healthy diet.
Choose Milk – Chocolate and Strawberry, too!
All milk — white, chocolate or strawberry — has the same 9 essential nutrients.
Strong Bones For Your Kids
Includes a calcium check-up, requirements by age and tips to help kids get the calcium they need.
MyPlate Guide to School Lunch
Highlights how healthy foods from MyPlate food groups are included as part of school lunch.
1% Flavored Milk is Back
Low fat (1%) chocolate and other low fat flavored milks can have a place in school meal programs again.
Discover MyPlate Coloring Book: Dairy
Coloring book from USDA features dairy and includes K-level sight words to help with literacy.
Meet the Conrads: Growing Up with Dairy
Greg and Judy Conrad share what it was like raising four children on their family dairy farm in Ohio.
Meet the Mileys: Generations of Dairy
Three generations of Mileys explain what it’s like to work together and carry on their family tradition.
Meet the Ayers: Maintaining a Family Legacy
The Ayers family describe their long history of dairy farming in Ohio and their exciting future.
Perfect Pairings
Combine these seasonal foods for a tasty and healthy snack.
2017 Ohio State Fair Butter Cow Display
A salute to chocolate milk, the official beverage of OHSAA.
The DASH Eating Plan
The DASH eating plan includes a wide variety of whole, nutritious foods you can enjoy any day.
9 Ways Milk Can Help Your Body
One serving of milk contains 9 essential nutrients your body needs.
7 Ways Yogurt Can Help Your Body
Discover the essential nutrients one serving of yogurt provides.
6 Ways Cheese Can Help Your Body
One serving of cheese contains essential nutrients your body needs.
Milk Quality CheckList
Use this checklist to help ensure milk quality, safety and fresheness is at its best.
Healthy Habits to Prevent Diabetes
Eating tips from the Joslin Diabetes Center and National Dairy Council to reduce diabetes risk.
How Long Can Cheese Sit Out?
Find out how long can cheese be left out at room temperature and still be safe to eat.
5 Reasons Why Flavored Milk Matters
All milk contains a unique package of nine essential nutrients important for growth and development.
12 Lactose Intolerance Tips
Helpful hints about your favorite dairy foods for the lactose intolerant.
NMA Consensus Report: Lactose Intolerance
Lactose intolerance info with specific relevance to African American and Hispanic American communities.
Improve Children’s Diets with Nutrient-rich Milk
Milk is the #1 food source for 3 of the 4 nutrients both children and adults are lacking.
Facts & Tips from the NMA Consensus Report
Useful info about lactose intolerance summarized from the NMA Consensus Report.
MyPlate Guide to School Breakfast
Highlights how healthy foods from MyPlate food groups are included as part of school breakfast.
Think Outside the Blender with Dairy Protein
Tips and examples of which dairy proteins to use and when.
DASH Up Your Diet
Control high blood pressure with 2-3 servings of dairy and 8-10 servings of fruits and veggies each day.
Smile and Say CHEESE
Good news for cheese lovers everywhere — eating cheese may help protect teeth against cavities.
Cheese Nutrition Facts Panel
An overview of the new nutrition facts panel for cheese.
Do Cow Farts Contribute to Global Warming?
It’s not what you may think – dairy only accounts for 2% of total GHG emissions in the U.S.
Make a Plan for Protein
Discover the three steps to choose protein: quality, versatility and timing.
Milk Nutrition Facts Panel
An overview of the new nutrition facts panel for milk.
Yogurt Nutrition Facts Panel
An overview of the new nutrition facts panel for yogurt.
Love Your Leftovers
Discover ways to use those last few tablespoons or cups of dairy in your fridge.
5 Whey Protein Health Benefits
Discover how whey protein benefits some people, especially athletes.
Flavored Milk in Schools
Authoritative nutrition guidance recognizes the positive role of flavored milk.
Which Type of Cheese is Right for You?
Are you lactose intolerant? Watching the amount of fat in your diet? We can help.
Meet Greg Gibson: Caring for My Cows and Land
Learn how West Virgnia dairy farmer Greg Gibson works hard to care for his cows and land.
Know Your Dairy: All About Milk
Is almond milk is a dairy product? Is organic milk healthier? Get answers from real dairy farmers.
Know Your Dairy: Environmental Responsibility
What do dairy farmers do with cow poop? Do dairy farmers recycle? Get answers from real dairy farmers.
Meet Joe Shockey, West Virginia Dairy Farmer
Joe Shockey describes why he is proud to be a West Virginia dairy farmer.
Know Your Dairy: What Cows Eat
How many hours a day do cows eat? How much and what do they eat? Get answers from real dairy farmers.
Know Your Dairy: Milking Cows
How long does it take to milk a cow? Does it hurt? Get answers from real dairy farmers.
Science Summary: Whole & Reduced-Fat Dairy Foods
New science supports reassessing the role of dairy foods in healthy eating patterns.
Farm to School from the Youth Perspective
The Farm to School movement is growing, and empowered youth are playing key roles.
Wheys to Maintain Muscle Mass with Aging
After turning 30, without quality nutrition and exercise, you risk losing muscle.
Serving Size Comparison Chart
Simple serving size comparison using fingers and hands.
Farmers Flush So Cows Don’t Have To
Flush systems in dairy barns recycle water and sand – it keeps cows clean, and it’s good for the land!
National F.A.R.M. Program
Official website of the National Farmers Assuring Responsible Production program.
Food Models
Print on 8.5×11 paper for life-size serving sizes and nutrition facts for 200 commonly eaten foods.
Food Models Guide
Features activities and lesson plans to use with National Dairy Council’s food models.
Recommendations on Peak Bone Mass Throughout Life
Achieving optimal bone mass is key in reducing the risk of osteoporosis and future bone fractures.
What’s Your New Year Resolution?
Mark the start of a new year with new routines!
FUTP60 Merchandising Equipment
Ideas and contact information for a variety of serving tools.
Three Servings of Milk Delivers
Milk’s essential nutrients can be difficult to replace in a healthy eating pattern.
Science Summary: Lactose Intolerance
Avoiding or decreasing dairy consumption, which can decrease essential nutrient consumption.
Science Summary: Dairy & Nutrient Contributions
Meeting daily recommendations of dairy helps Americans close key nutrient gaps.
Science Summary: Beverage Trends
Trends in children’s beverage consumption make the case for milk.
U.S. Dairy Sustainability Report
Learn about dairy’s responsible production, nourishing communities and continuous improvement.
Undeniably Dairy Coloring Book
Features real-life scenes from a dairy farm, fun facts and recipes that kids are sure to love!
Healthy Celebrations at School
Tips for classroom celebrations, an opportunity for students to make healthy choices!
101 Tips for Teaching Nutrition Concepts
Tips to help phys ed teachers integrate nutrition concepts into their teaching routines.
Breakfast in the Classroom
Breakfast helps students do better on tests, improve attendance and participate more in class.
Think Your Drink
8 ounce serving comparison of popular beverages found in and out of school.
Dairy Puzzles
Activities include coloring, connect-the-dots, a maze and a word scramble.
From Farm to Fridge Dairy Coloring Page
This fun coloring page is great for kids and features cows and delicious dairy foods!
Science Summary: Dairy & Type 2 Diabetes
Research indicates that dairy consumption is associated with lowering risk for type 2 diabetes.
Science Summary: Dairy & Blood Pressure
Dairy food consumption is associated with lower blood pressure.
Science Summary: Dairy & Cardiovascular Disease
Dairy food consumption is associated with lower risk for cardiovascular disease.
Protein for Active Older Adults
Higher protein intake may help combat muscle loss, estimated to be 1-2% each year after age 50.
Science Summary: Dairy & Peak Bone Mass
Dairy foods supply key nutrients that can support bone health in children and adolescents.
Think Your Drink Sugar Cube Activity
Demonstrate the amount of added sugar in common drinks.
Milk vs Milk Substitutes
When it comes to nutrition, not all “milks” are created equal. Read the label and compare!
Milk Mustache Recipe
Recipe for a great milk mustache!
Breakfast Bag Activity
Use this activity to demonstrate what kids eat — or don’t eat — for breakast.
Together We Can Honor the Harvest
Honoring the Harvest is about using food for its highest purpose.
Help Fight Hunger
Dairy is building on its commitment to nourish people by joining forces with Feeding America.
Best Foods to Donate
Use this guide to help you choose nutrient-rich foods to donate to those in need.
Choose Well Live Well
Tips to make the switch to low fat milk, a nutritious choice for your family.
Lactose Intolerance & Your Child
Many children diagnosed with lactose intolerance can still consume dairy foods.
Low Fat Milk is a Healthy Choice
Doctors and dietitians encourage drinking low fat and fat free milk.
Raw Milk FAQs
Raw, or unpastuerized, milk can contain harmful bacteria and is not recommended to drink.
U.S. Dairy Stewardship Commitment
The U.S. Dairy Stewardship Commitment demonstrates dairy’s positive impact from farm to table.
Study: Milk Alternatives Might Not Give Kids Enough Vitamin D
Young children who drank milk alternatives were more likely to have low levels of vitamin D.
What is Lactose Intolerance?
Common questions about lactose intolerance, answered.
AAP Statement: Snacks, Sweetened Beverages, Added Sugars & Schools
A perspective promoting nutrient-rich foods within calorie guidelines to improve those foods in school.
Flavored Milk FAQ and Answers
Get the answers to commonly asked questions about flavored milk.
Chocolate Milk Consequences
Summary of a pilot study evaluating the consequences of banning chocolate milk in school cafeterias.
Inside a Dairy Parlor: Real and Uncut
Ohio dairy farmer Bill Indoe describes firsthand what goes on inside his milking parlor.
Hoof Trimming: Another Aspect of Cow Care
Learn about hoof trimming and how regular hoof care is essential to cow health.
Dehorning: A Humane Practice Focused on Cow Safety
Dr. Mark Hardesty explains why and how cows are dehorned.
How Cows Beat the Heat
Some like it hot, but cows do not!
Greeking Out for Greek Yogurt
Have YOU fully embraced this superfood’s protein-packed versatility?
