Georgia Milk Producers, Inc.

10/08/2026

Check out this post from Farm Monitor highlighting GMP member and Georgia Farmer of the Year, Pete Gelber.

10/06/2026

Last week, GMP Executive Director Bryce Trotter testified on the state of Georgia's dairy industry during the September meeting of the Joint Study Committee on Generational Sustainability of Family Farms at Berry College. Established by House Resolution 1416 during the 2026 Legislative Session, the Joint Study Committee is tasked with examining the economic challenges facing Georgia's family farms and potential policy solutions to strengthen the long-term sustainability of the state's agricultural economy. After the meeting, committee members and attendees toured the Berry College beef and dairy farm units. The tours were led by Berry College students majoring in animal science who work on both farms.

Pictured: State Senator Russ Goodman and State Representative Jaclyn Ford interacting with some of Berry College’s registered Jersey herd following the committee meeting.

10/03/2026

09/08/2026

4-H and FFA chapters, don't forget to submit your entries!

One week left to enter the Sunbelt Dairy Showdown! 🐄🥛

4-H and FFA chapters, this is your chance to showcase your creativity and compete for a spot in the 2026 Dairy Showdown.

Submit your dairy education design to complete Phase 1 and have the chance to compete in the Milking Contest on Wednesday of Expo!

✅ Digital or hand-drawn design
✅ One design per chapter
✅ Deadline is Sept. 15

For more information, visit our website! 👇

🔗 Details for Phase 1: https://sunbeltexpo.com/yeo/

The Sunbelt Dairy Showdown is made possible by the Georgia Milk Producers, The Dairy Alliance, Georgia Dairy Youth Foundation, United Dairy Farmers of Florida, and UGA Dairy Team.

08/13/2026

Dairy producers across Georgia are invited to attend the annual Fall District Meetings for Georgia Milk Producers and The Dairy Alliance this September. We invite you to attend whichever meeting best fits your schedule. Our organizations will hold district elections, report on industry issues and promotional efforts, and announce upcoming events. Dinner or lunch will be served at each location depending on the meeting time. Please RSVP to [email protected] if you plan on attending. We value your input and hope to see you there.

08/04/2026

Congratulations to Georgia dairy farmer, Pete Gelber, for being named the 2026 Georiga Farmer of the Year! Read about Pete and his operation here: https://sunbeltexpo.com/2026-georgia-farmer-of-the-year-pete-gelber/

The greatest tour of the year is here! 🌱

Kicking off the 2026 Southeastern Farmer of the Year tour, we are in Montezuma, Georgia, at Barrington Dairy.

👉 Learn about Pete Gelber, the 2026 Georgia Farmer of the Year, and his operation: https://sunbeltexpo.com/2026-georgia-farmer-of-the-year-pete-gelber/

Sunbelt Ag Expo | Agribusiness | Innovation | Agriculture

08/03/2026

If you know someone in 4-H or FFA, encourage them to compete in this exciting challenge!

Think you’ve got what it takes to take home the title of 2026 Sunbelt Dairy Showdown Champion??? 4-H and FFA chapters can apply now for a chance to compete in the legen-dairy milking competition at the 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, Georgia.
How can I enter?
NEW FOR 2026: Create an original design promoting dairy at the Sunbelt Ag Expo. If you need some inspiration, check out The Dairy Alliance social media pages or our website at www.thedairyalliance.com.
Have your teacher or advisor approve and upload your design to the Google Form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yMLwkok1tLDCC4VTvWzeVyLKuFVaMtT7/
That’s all! Up to 3 teams will be selected to compete in the live milking contest at the Sunbelt Ag Expo on October 21, 2026.
Finalists and winners will receive free single-day passes to the Sunbelt Ag Expo, a dairy-themed swag bag, and a donation to their 4-H or FFA chapter courtesy of Georgia Milk Producers, Inc. GA Dairy Youth Foundation, and United Dairy Farmers of Florida. Scan the QR code to read contest rules and information before applying.
Mark your calendars, grab a glass of milk, and start brainstorming! The deadline for submission is September 15th, 2026.
UGA Dairy Team

07/30/2026

GMP Members, if you are interested in attending the Georgia Ag Labor Relations Forum at the University of Georgia Tifton Conference Center on August 25-26, 2026, contact Bryce Trotter at [email protected]. GMP will cover the registration cost for 1 per person per farm for all active GMP members.

07/23/2026

🍨 Happy National Vanilla Ice Cream Day!

Today, celebrate with a scoop of your favorite Georgia Grown ice cream and support the local farmers and creameries who make every bite possible.

What's your favorite way to enjoy vanilla ice cream?

07/15/2026

For Cow Appreciation Day yesterday, Murphy Dairy helped Chickfila customers in Newnan celebrate with a calf. It’s safe to say she stole the show! 🐄