9/7/2010
In the September issue of DairyDoingMore.org, a new section was added to give readers a chance to watch a new calf (born July 30) as she grows to become a milking cow on a Wisconsin dairy farm. During July, readers were invited to participate in the "Name Our Calf" Sweepstakes. Each month the site will feature new photos and information about what she eats, where she is housed, and what is done to keep her healthy.
9/3/2010
An exciting new on-line Wisconsin cheese advertising video series titled Favorite Foods with Chef Michael Symon will launch September 7 on WMMB’s website, EatWisconsinCheese.com. In addition to being a Chef Ambassador (class of 2006), Symon is a James Beard Foundation award winner and one of America’s hottest chefs in terms of media coverage and consumer popularity.
8/31/2010
Wisconsin cheesemakers dominated the annual American Cheese Society Competition held August 28 in Seattle, Washington, capturing 98 ribbons, including the prestigious Best of Show prize. Of 1,462 total entries, Wisconsin cheesemakers scored nearly one third of all awards bestowed, more than any other state. America's Dairyland's 98 awards included 29 firsts, 36 seconds and 33 third places. Cheesemakers from 225 companies in 34 U.S. states, Canada and Mexico were represented.
8/23/2010
Loaded with calcium and eight other essential nutrients, chocolate milk is the healthy beverage that kids love to drink—especially with school meals. School foodservice departments can visit www.ChocolateMilkHasMuscle.com to order promotion kits and information handouts for parents about the nutritional benefits of serving chocolate milk at school.
8/19/2010
As part of the “Back to Football Friday” and "Fuel Up to Play 60" school nutrition promotions, dairy farm families can join in the fun by participating in the "Show Your Pride" photo contest. Demonstrate your love for your favorite NFL team, and you could find an NFL player visiting your farm. Click this article's title for more contest information. Don't wait—the photo submission deadline is September 14!