Whole Milk Act may spell a windfall for US dairy
Source: dairynews.today
US legislators are considering reintroducing whole and 2% milk in schools, potentially boosting the dairy sector.
The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, proposed by US legislators, seeks to reintroduce whole and 2% milk back into schools across the nation. Currently, schools account for approximately 8% of US fluid milk purchases. The reintroduction is expected to provide a significant boost to the US dairy industry, which has seen fluctuating demand in recent years.
For many years, US school nutrition programs have favored lower-fat options due to health guidelines, which has, in turn, impacted the purchasing practices of educational institutions.
However, the proposed act could reverse this trend, providing a much-needed uplift to dairy farmers and processors. This legislative change is part of a broader strategy to promote healthier options in school cafeterias while supporting local agricultural sectors.
Proponents argue that allowing whole milk back into schools will not only benefit children’s nutrition by providing them with more nutritious and natural food options but will also support local economies by driving demand for whole milk products.
The Dairy Farmers of America and other leading milk processors are closely monitoring developments, anticipating potential market changes.
These stakeholders see an opportunity for growth, as both national and local dairy markets could experience increased demand. As this legislative proposal progresses, dairy advocates and health experts will continue to debate its potential impacts on public health and industry growth.
For many years, US school nutrition programs have favored lower-fat options due to health guidelines, which has, in turn, impacted the purchasing practices of educational institutions.
However, the proposed act could reverse this trend, providing a much-needed uplift to dairy farmers and processors. This legislative change is part of a broader strategy to promote healthier options in school cafeterias while supporting local agricultural sectors.
Proponents argue that allowing whole milk back into schools will not only benefit children’s nutrition by providing them with more nutritious and natural food options but will also support local economies by driving demand for whole milk products.
The Dairy Farmers of America and other leading milk processors are closely monitoring developments, anticipating potential market changes.
These stakeholders see an opportunity for growth, as both national and local dairy markets could experience increased demand. As this legislative proposal progresses, dairy advocates and health experts will continue to debate its potential impacts on public health and industry growth.
