Dairy Council of California Showcases Community Engagement, Nutrition, and Leadership of Women Dairy Farmers in Celebration of National Dairy Month

Dairy Council of California’s June is Dairy Month 2026 Campaign

SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – June marks National Dairy Month, and the Dairy Council of California is highlighting how dairy supports healthy communities across the state. This year’s campaign emphasizes access to nutritious foods, science-based nutrition education, and leadership within California’s dairy community.

Campaign Highlights:

• Focus Areas:

  • Community Access: Launching initiatives to enhance awareness of summer meal programs that provide balanced meals to children during the school break. Planned events include:
    • June 3: Support for Lodi Unified School District’s summer meal distribution.
    • June 9: Community event with Mother’s Nutritional Center in Los Angeles featuring educational experiences and sampling of dairy foods.

• Nutrition Education: The campaign introduces the Farm-to-You: Milk resource, aiming to educate communities on the journey of milk from farm to table and its importance in schools and neighborhoods.

• Leadership Recognition: The campaign also honors leaders in the dairy community, including two board members of the Dairy Council of California recognized as part of the UN’s International Year of the Woman Farmer.

Quote:

“Amy DeLisio, a registered dietitian and CEO of Dairy Council of California, states, ‘As we celebrate National Dairy Month, we’re proud to highlight the many ways dairy supports the health of people and communities.’”

Resources:

• For more information about the initiatives, visit DairyCouncilofCA.org/F2YMilk.

About:

The Dairy Council of California is dedicated to promoting lifelong healthy eating patterns and enhancing the health of children and communities through science-based nutrition education and partnerships.

For further details, check DairyCouncilofCA.org/JIDM for more information.