For Everyone

Welcome to the Mid-Atlantic Spot for Dairy! See what’s happening in the world of dairy nutrition and milk promotion. This is the place for events, promotions, health and nutrition information, and more.

Tip of the Month: Start Off the Day with Breakfast

Some consider breakfast the most important meal of the day. What makes a good breakfast? …more

Ask the Dietitian

What does the Daily Value represent on my yogurt’s nutrition label? …more

Rise, Shine and Connect with Dairy-Loving Moms over Breakfast

How can you make breakfast, the most important meal of the day, the most nutritious meal of the day? Boost your social network by connecting with dairy-loving women who journal about their families, lives and favorite recipes. ...more

Dairy Delicious Recipes

Visit our Dairy Lover's Kitchen for nutritious recipes, tips on food safety and local sources for some great All-American cheeses!

Dairy Farming

Explore the faces and the farms of the local dairy farmers who bring dairy to you here in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Dairy farmers work hard every day to bring you fresh, great tasting, wholesome milk products. Learn about the day-to-day operations of a modern dairy through our new Dairy Diary feature written by Marilyn Hershey, who farms with her family in southeastern Pennsylvania …more

For more about the people behind the milk, visit www.dairyfarmingtoday.org, where you can meet everyday farm families from across the country and learn about their dairy operations. Take a virtual farm tour to see how dairy farmers care for their animals, land and water. You also can get information on dairy food nutrition and safety and have your questions answered by a dairy farmer.

Health and Nutrition

Doctors and dietitians agree that nutrition can play a positive role in one’s health. See how milk, cheese and yogurt can boost your nutrition, help prevent certain diseases, and assist you in performing your best.

Dietary Guidelines and My Pyramid

The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans include more specific advice on daily food selection and fitness than ever before. The recommendations, which are revised every five years, are based on the latest nutrition science and serve as a practical plan for achieving good health. For a copy of the guidelines, visit www.healthierus.gov/dietaryguidelines, for a copy of the food pyramid visit www.mypyramid.gov.