USDA Actions to Protect Livestock Health From Highly Pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza 

To further protect the U.S. livestock industry from the threat posed by highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, USDA is sharing a number of actions that we are taking with our federal partners to help us get ahead of this disease and limit its spread. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced a Federal Order requiring the following measures, effective Monday, April 29, 2024.

Real California Mozzarella Showdown Winners Announced; Recipes Feature Unique Takes on Global Handhelds and Appetizers Using California Mozzarella

The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) announced the winners of the “Great Mozzarella Showdown” online foodservice contest challenging professional chefs and culinary students to develop innovative dishes using California Mozzarella. 

FDA Reaffirms that Pasteurization is Effective Against HPAI, Commercial Milk Supply Safe

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed again that pasteurization of milk consistent with the federal Grade “A” Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (PMO) destroys harmful pathogenic bacteria and other microorganisms, including Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and other viruses.

Kraft Natural Cheese Launches Kraft Flavor Fusions, Enhancing Mealtime Flavor

April 25, 2024 Kraft Natural Cheese

Kraft Natural Cheese announces the launch of Kraft Flavor Fusions, a trio of new block cheeses that will add excitement to recipes and elevate snacking occasions. Now available nationwide, this new product extension offers consumers a versatile cheese experience that brings unique flavors to mealtime.

IDFA Applauds USDA Final School Meal Rule for Maintaining Dairy Options, Preserving Flavored Milk for All Grades

The updated rule preserves the ability for schools across the country to serve nutritious flavored milk to students in all grades as long as the product meets IDFA’s Healthy School Milk Commitment guidelines, which ensures an 8-ounce half-pint of non-fat or low-fat flavored milk contains no more than 10 grams of added sugar per serving. IDFA established the Commitment in early 2023 with 37 school milk processors.