June is National Dairy Month! To celebrate, Nicole Sedivy takes us to some of the great family run dairy farms across Wisconsin to showcase the hard-working farmers (and cows!) here in America’s Dairyland!

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Discover how Wisconsin dairy farmers have dedicated their lives to feeding communities across the state, country, and globe

Taste the finest Wisconsin dairy products in creameries, ice cream specialty shops, or grocery stores across the state. You can also visit Dairy Breakfast on the Farm to learn more about Wisconsin’s dairy heritage.

Celebrate that Wisconsin has always been a leader in dairy, setting the standard for milk quality, conservation, sustainability, animal care, and farmer leadership. Support Wisconsin farmers with your purchase and share your favorite Wisconsin dairy products with family and friends.

History of National Dairy Month

National Dairy Month is an annual tradition developed to celebrate the dairy community and its contributions to the local and state communities. In Wisconsin, we celebrate National Dairy Month like nowhere else.

* National Dairy Month started as National Milk Month in 1937 to promote drinking milk. It was initially created to stabilize the dairy demand when production was at a surplus but has now developed into an annual tradition that celebrates the contributions the dairy community continues to make to the world.

* In 1939, National Dairy Month became the official title of the promotion and focused on greater use of milk and other dairy products

* National Dairy Month is a great way to celebrate summer with nutrient-rich dairy foods. From calcium to potassium, dairy products like milk contain thirteen essential nutrients that may help to better manage your weight, reduce your risk for high blood pressure, osteoporosis, and certain cancers. Whether it's protein to help build and repair the muscle tissue of active bodies or vitamin A to help maintain healthy skin, dairy products are a natural nutrient powerhouse. Celebrate June Dairy Month and support Wisconsin's dairy industry.