06/01/2026
🥛 June is National Dairy Month! 🥛
June is a time to celebrate the hardworking dairy families who help put nutritious food on our tables every day.
Across America, small family dairies have been disappearing for decades. Thousands of family owned farms have closed as rising feed costs, labor shortages, equipment expenses, and volatile milk prices make it increasingly difficult to stay in business. Even many large dairy operations are working with tight margins and facing significant financial pressure from changing markets and increasing production costs.
Behind every glass of milk is a farm family caring for animals, working long hours, and doing their best to produce a safe, wholesome product.
Milk remains one of nature's most nutrient-dense foods. It provides:
🥛High quality protein containing all 9 essential amino acids the human body cannot make on its own.
🥛Calcium for strong bones and teeth.
🥛 Potassium, phosphorus, and magnesium.
🥛Vitamin B12, riboflavin, vitamins A, and vitamin D
🥛A balanced combination of protein, carbohydrates, and fats!!
Because milk contains all essential amino acids in proportions the body can use efficiently, it is considered a complete protein source. These amino acids support muscle growth, tissue repair, immune function, and overall health.
This national dairy month, consider supporting your local dairy farmers and remembering the families behind every gallon of milk, block of cheese, cup of yogurt, and scoop of ice cream.
🐄 Thank you to all the dairy farmers who continue to care for their animals, care for the land, and provide nutritious food for their communities.
