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Milk-Glass-Splash WHAT IS MILK?
Definition of milk, milk varieties, what it means and resources.

Cow's Milk Cheese Makers in Washington
Find types of cheeses made, purchasing locations and contact information for cheese makers in Washington State.


Dairy Health News and Information
Your online source for health and nutrition studies and the latest news surrounding the dairy industry.


AAP_Kids-pic To help build strong bones and reduce the risk of fractures and osteoporosis, a new report by the American Academy of Pediatrics encourages pediatricians to regularly assess children's calcium intake and recommends physical activity and calcium from dairy foods. More...

Diabetes  Study Low-fat Dairy May Be Associated with Reduced Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in Women
"A Prospective Study of Dairy Intake and the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in Women" -was published in the July 2006 issue of Diabetes Care (the journal of the American Diabetes Association), and provides further support that low-fat dairy may be associated with reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.


Washington State Dairy Industry Annual Meeting
If you are not a Washington Dairy Producer and are interested in attending this meeting, please call 425-672-0687.Washington Dairy Producers; please login to "Producer Section" for meeting information.