Dairy Council of California

We’re proud to share Dairy Council of California’s 2024–2025 Annual Report, reflecting a year of innovation, collaboration and impact in elevating the health of children and families across California. The report highlights progress in supporting nutrition security through education, partnerships and science-based advocacy, while strengthening relationships that support public health and nutrition security. Key highlights: -Reached 1.7 million children and families through nutrition education and community partnerships - Expanded collaboration across education, healthcare and agriculture, nationally and internationally, reinforcing dairy’s role in sustainable food systems - Strengthened systems through digital-first practices and streamlined platforms that better serve partners and programs. Explore the 2024–2025 Annual Report: https://lnkd.in/gVKCW5xK

This week, Dairy Council of California and National Dairy Council partnered to host Nuestros Sabores: A Culinary Medicine Symposium at UC Davis. This two-day event united healthcare professionals and thought leaders to explore how science, culture, and Hispanic cuisine intersect to support health and wellbeing. Through interactive panels, culinary demonstrations, and discussions, participants strengthened their food and sustainable nutrition — deepening understanding of how dairy is part of a healthy eating pattern nourishes communities. Thank you to all who joined us to celebrate collaboration, innovation, and culture in nutrition education. #NuestrosSabores #CulinaryMedicine #SustainableNutrition #First1000Days #UCDavis #DairyCouncilofCA #NationalDairyCouncil

We’re proud to be part of this year’s California School Nutrition Association Conference in Pasadena! Join us as we Engage, Inspire, Grow with professional development sessions that elevate the well-being of students and the teams who support them. 🎤 Don’t miss our featured speakers: Maria Frye and Betty Crocker, DrPH, MPH, RDN, SNS on strengthening staff well-being Rajwinder Kaur, Anna Jones RDN and Leeza Woodbury on revitalizing wellness committees Rajwinder Kaur, Juan C. Valencia, and Dayquian Baker on hands-on, student-centered culinary education Together, we’re creating supportive environments where students and staff thrive. 📍Find us at booths 329, 331 & 333 🗓️ October 30 – November 1 | Pasadena Convention Center #EngageInspireGrow #NutritionEducation #SchoolWellness #StudentSuccess #CSNA2025

Free Webinar for Health Professionals — Nov 13 Nurturing Healthy Aging: Dairy’s Role in Dietary Patterns Join three expert Registered Dietitians to explore how food-forward approaches and dairy foods support healthy aging with this one of a kind webinar: Roberto Couto, MS, RDN — Unique perspective: Aging nutrition + Mediterranean Diet research Anjali Patel, MPH, RD — Unique perspective: Community nutrition & DEIB lens Bessie O'Connor, RDN — Unique perspective: Nutrition access + belonging to support aging adults Learn evidence-based strategies to support gut, brain, bone & muscle health in older adults. 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/gK9e2dAD #HealthyAging #Dietitians #NutritionEducation #FoodIsConnection #DairyForHealth #HealthProfessionals

Let’s Eat Healthy Together Season 2 Premieres This Week on KLCS | PBS Los Angeles We’re excited to announce that Season 2 of Let’s Eat Healthy Together premieres tonight, October 8 at 4:45 p.m. on KLCS! Produced in partnership with Los Angeles Unified School District’s Wellness Programs and KLCS | PBS Los Angeles, the award-winning series invites families and educators to explore food, nutrition, and healthy habits together. Each of the four new episodes features engaging conversations with host Maggie Yu-DiPasquale, practical tips from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and simple, delicious recipes led by Chef Vina and guest Chef Jamie—connecting the importance of balanced meals to energy, growth, and learning. After each episode airs, you can stream it on demand at https://lnkd.in/g2BBFMME. Together, we’re empowering students and families to make healthy eating approachable, fun, and achievable. #LetsEatHealthyTogether #NutritionEducation #HealthyEating #DairyCouncilofCA #Collaboration #CommunityHealth

Strengthening School Nutrition Through Agriculture On October 2, Dairy Council of California partnered with the CALIFORNIA SCHOOL NUTRITION ASSOCIATION INC's Mother Lode Chapter 45 to co-host a hands-on dairy tour at Tollcrest Dairy in Wheatland. Nearly 30 school nutrition professionals—including foodservice directors, chefs, and RDNs—gathered to explore how sustainable dairy practices directly support student health and well-being. Led by third-generation farmer Chase Tollenaar, participants toured the rotary milking parlor and engaged in thoughtful conversations about connecting farm practices to healthy school meals. Watch the recap video and see how dairies such as Tollcrest are nourishing California’s children: https://lnkd.in/gSpRivXk #FarmtoSchoolMonth #NutritionSecurity #SchoolNutrition #DairyEducation #SustainableFarming #PartnershipsInAction