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WASHINGTON, June 12, 2025—Thousands of ice cream enthusiasts—including members of Congress, federal officials, and Capitol Hill staff—came together yesterday at the International Dairy Foods Association’s (IDFA) 41st Annual Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party. Held at Union Square Park on Capitol Hill, the popular summertime celebration provided attendees with America’s favorite and newest ice cream flavors, […]

IDFA’s Dairy Delivers® Shows U.S. Dairy Industry Supports Over 3 Million American Jobs, Drives Nearly $780 Billion in Economic Impact WASHINGTON, June 9, 2025—Today, the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) released the updated Dairy Delivers® report, reaffirming the U.S. dairy industry’s immense contributions to the nation’s economy and quality of life for American families and […]

WASHINGTON, June 4, 2025—Several thousand White House employees and Administration appointees were treated to delicious ice cream novelties this afternoon at the White House Summer Social—an appreciation event on the White House Lawn thrown by the Trump Administration for administration officials. Members of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) donated more than 4,600 novelties for […]

WASHINGTON, June 3, 2025—The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition & Forestry House today passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act in 2025—a bill that would allow for whole (3.25%) and reduced-fat (2%) milk to once again be served in school cafeterias—by voice vote with no objections. Michael Dykes, president and CEO of the […]

WASHINGTON, May 28, 2025—Becky Rasdall Vargas, Senior Vice President of Trade and Workforce Policy with the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), released the following statement today recognizing a new streamlined approval process for U.S. dairy exports to Costa Rica. “On behalf the U.S. dairy industry, IDFA celebrates the announcement today by the U.S. Department of […]

The Healthy Fluid Milk Incentive Project titled “Add Milk!” provides SNAP participants with a 50% discount on nutrient-dense, non-fat and low-fat (1%) milk. ATKINS, Ark., May 28, 2025—A nutrition incentive program that helps low-income families purchase nutritious milk is expanding to 21 grocery stores across Arkansas. Houchens Food Group, throughout its grocery store locations, will […]

U.S. dairy farmers, processors, and the entire dairy supply chain share the MAHA Commission’s goal to reduce childhood chronic disease, and at IDFA we’re taking bold action alongside the federal government to ensure every child can access and benefit from dairy nutrition. In the past two years alone, dairy food companies have committed to reducing added sugar and removing certified artificial colors in dairy products served in schools. Appealing to all consumers, dairy companies are offering wholesome new products rich in nutrients, lower in added sugar, and higher in protein, while reducing or removing lactose and extending shelf life.

WASHINGTON, May 5, 2025—Washington’s most popular summer celebration will return to the National Mall on June 11! The International Dairy Foods Association’s (IDFA) 41st Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party will bring together thousands of guests, including members of Congress and officials from the executive branch, for a fun event showcasing America’s favorite frozen treats. Whether […]

WASHINGTON, May 1, 2025—The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) has named Elena Clark as manager, trade and economic policy. Clark will be informing, overseeing and implementing trade policies and economic strategies that support U.S. dairy’s growth and member company priorities. She will report to Becky Rasdall Vargas, senior vice president, trade and workforce policy. Elena […]