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By Marlene Kouba
June Dairy Month started out as a way to distribute extra milk during the warm months of summer. The commemoration was established in 1937 by grocer organizations sponsoring “National Milk Month.” By 1939, June became the official “dairy month” and is still celebrated today.
Whether it’s in coffee, cereal, or smoothies, adding one more serving of milk to your family’s day can help ensure they get the nutrients they need to build strong bones and teeth. Trusted for decades, dairy farm families pride themselves on producing wholesome dairy foods that help their families grow up strong and healthy.
By 1939, June became the official ‘dairy month’ and is still celebrated today.
A few interesting facts about dairy foods and farming are below.
Chew on these historical tidbits about milk and dairy…how many did you know?
Marlene Kouba is a farmer and Farm Bureau member in North Dakota. She is a former elementary school teacher and taught Ag in the Classroom curriculum for 21 years.