activities · 12
what they do
direct service · 9
- Create and share dairy-focused recipes for diverse audiences Nutrition Education & Cooking SkillsDevelops and shares nutritionally rich, family-friendly, and culturally relevant recipes, including school food service items and athlete-inspired meals, to promote dairy consumption and build cooking skills for children, families, and athletes.
- Create and share dairy-focused recipes for diverse audiences Nutrition Education & Cooking SkillsDevelops and shares nutritionally rich, family-friendly, and school food service recipes, including options for athletes, meal prepping, and youth cooking education, often featuring contributions from collegiate athletes.
- Create and share dairy-focused recipes for families, schools, and athletes Nutrition Education & Cooking SkillsDevelops and shares nutritionally rich, family-friendly, and school food service-appropriate recipes featuring dairy products, including breakfast bowls, smoothies, meal prep ideas, and athlete-inspired dishes. Recipes are designed to support culinary skill-building for young chefs and promote healthy eating among children, families, and athletes.
- Develop and distribute nutrition education materials for schools and educatorsProvides free, age-specific nutrition education materials to schools, educators, and health professionals in Arizona and Nevada, including downloadable resources, toolkits, and activity books covering dairy nutrition, food groups, sustainability, and food safety.
- Develop and distribute nutrition education materials for schools and educatorsProvides free, age-specific nutrition education materials to schools and educators in Arizona and Nevada, including downloadable resources, toolkits, and activity books that cover dairy nutrition, food groups, sustainability, and healthy eating. These materials are offered at no charge and include reproducible worksheets, coloring pages, and lesson-based content for classroom use.
- Distribute targeted nutrition guidance for life stages and health needs WIC Nutrition Support ServicesProvides specialized nutrition resources for pregnant and breastfeeding women, 1-year-old children, and athletes, including bilingual tip sheets, brochures, and booklets covering topics such as weight gain, physical activity, nutrient needs, and portion control. Materials are available in English and Spanish and include practical tools like serving size illustrations.
- Promote agricultural literacy and dairy education in communitiesOffers educational resources about Arizona dairy farming, including storybooks featuring dairy cows, sustainability practices, and interactive materials that connect children to food sources. These include “Daisy’s Dairy Dreams” and related activity books that teach about dairy production, nutrition, and environmental stewardship.
- Provide targeted nutrition guidance for life stages and health conditions WIC Nutrition Support ServicesDistributes specialized nutrition resources for pregnant and breastfeeding women, including bilingual tip sheets and booklets on healthy weight gain, physical activity, and nutrient needs, as well as portion control aids for general audiences.
- Provide targeted nutrition guidance for life stages and health needs WIC Nutrition Support ServicesOffers free, bilingual (English and Spanish) educational resources tailored to pregnant and breastfeeding women, including tip sheets and booklets on nutrition, weight management, physical activity, and infant feeding, as well as portion control tools for general audiences.
research · 3
- Produce science-based nutrition and health research summariesPublishes evidence-based science summaries on topics including yogurt and health, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, dairy in healthy eating patterns, and performance nutrition for endurance athletes, synthesizing current research for public education.
- Produce science-based nutrition and health research summariesPublishes evidence-based science summaries on topics including cardiovascular health, type 2 diabetes, yogurt consumption, and dairy’s role in healthy eating plans, aimed at educating consumers and professionals. The organization also references and cites peer-reviewed research on dairy’s impact on hydration, muscle recovery, and endurance performance.
- Produce science-based nutrition and health resourcesPublishes research-informed summaries and educational materials on topics including yogurt and health, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, dairy in healthy eating patterns, and dairy’s role in athletic performance and recovery.
strategies · 19
how they think
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- Age- and Audience-Specific Nutrition Programming age-specific educationDevelops targeted educational materials tailored to specific life stages and professional audiences, ensuring relevance and effectiveness in school, clinical, and home settings.
- Age-specific and context-adaptive educational outreach age-specific educationThe organization tailors nutrition education to specific life stages and delivery contexts—such as virtual learning or school environments—ensuring relevance and effectiveness across diverse audiences including children, athletes, seniors, and educators.
- Culinary Innovation and Local Dairy Promotion culinary_innovation_and_promotionThe organization utilizes culinary expertise to create diverse and flavorful dairy-based recipes and actively promotes local dairy products as a fundamental component of family nutrition, aiming to integrate dairy into daily diets in appealing ways.
- Culinary and Practical Dairy Education culinary_innovationUses culinary innovation and practical usage guidance to increase consumer confidence and reduce waste by teaching safe storage, creative recipes, and optimal use of dairy products in daily diets.
- Expert-Led and Collaborative Education expert-led educationEngages credentialed nutrition experts and multi-generational dairy farmers to develop and deliver trusted, science-backed educational content and answer consumer questions, enhancing credibility and community connection.
- Leveraging Farmer Expertise farmer_engagementThe organization leverages the knowledge and experience of multi-generational family dairy farmers to provide authentic answers to questions about dairy farming, connecting consumers directly with the source of their food.
- Local Dairy Promotion and Support local-dairy-promotionPromotes locally produced dairy as a nutritious, sustainable, and community-supported food choice, reinforcing regional agriculture and consumer trust.
- Local dairy advocacy and farmer-engaged education local-dairy-promotionBy positioning local dairy as essential to family nutrition and leveraging multi-generational dairy farmers as educational resources, the organization builds community trust and strengthens the connection between consumers and local agriculture.
- Nutrition education emphasizing dairy’s health and sensory benefits nutrition educationThe organization promotes dairy consumption by highlighting both its nutrient density—such as providing thirteen essential nutrients—and its role in delivering taste, texture, and satisfaction, aligning health benefits with consumer preferences.
- Promotion of dairy through culinary innovation and practical usage education culinary_innovationBy developing flavorful dairy-based recipes and providing practical guidance on storage, safety, and waste reduction, the organization enhances consumer adoption and utilization of dairy products, making nutrition more accessible and sustainable in daily life.
- Provision of Educational Resources and Support educational_resourcesThe organization develops and distributes a variety of educational resources, including materials, curricula, and tips, to support consumers, health professionals, educators, and schools in understanding dairy safety, usage, waste reduction, and integrating dairy into healthy eating and school nutrition programs.
- School and Institutional Support Programs school nutrition supportEnhances nutrition access and education in schools through equipment grants, recipe support, and physical activity equipment loans to expand student engagement and program capacity.
- Science-Based Nutrition Education science_based_nutrition_educationThe organization provides science-based nutrition information and education, often delivered by experts like registered dietitians, to help individuals and families make informed dietary choices, support healthy eating behaviors, and understand the health benefits of dairy products across all age groups and activity levels.
- Science-Based Nutrition Education science-based nutrition educationDelivers evidence-based nutrition information through expert-developed resources and registered dietitians to help individuals and professionals make informed dietary choices aligned with current research and national guidelines.
- Science-based nutrition education through expert collaboration science-based nutrition educationThe organization delivers credible, research-backed nutrition education by collaborating with registered dietitians and other nutrition experts, ensuring that information aligns with current science and dietary guidelines. This approach strengthens public trust and supports informed dietary decision-making.
- Sports nutrition guidance to optimize performance and recovery sports_nutritionBy providing science-supported recommendations for pre- and post-workout nutrition—including the role of milk in recovery—the organization positions dairy as a functional food that supports athletic performance, refueling, and muscle repair.
- Support for School Nutrition and Physical Activity school_supportThe organization supports schools by providing grants for food service equipment to expand nutrition opportunities and by loaning physical activity equipment for school events, thereby promoting both healthy eating and active lifestyles in educational settings.
- Support for school nutrition and physical activity infrastructure school nutrition supportThe organization expands access to nutritious dairy options and physical activity opportunities in schools through equipment grants, recipe support, and loan programs, thereby enhancing student health and wellness within educational settings.
- Virtual and Digital Education Delivery virtual_education_supportProvides accessible, free digital curricula and resources to support remote learning and professional education in nutrition, ensuring continuity and scalability across diverse settings.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
Dairy Toolkit - A Moo-velous Resource and Education Toolkit
Comprehensive downloadable resource for educators and parents covering dairy nutrition, farm-to-table processes, food safety, recipes, and student activity sheets
Health Professional Webinars and Science Summaries
Offers science-based educational resources for health professionals on topics like dairy and diabetes, cardiovascular health, and sustainable nutrition
Nutrition Education Materials Distribution
Provides free, age-specific nutrition education materials to educators and health professionals in Arizona and Nevada, including printable food models and curriculum guides
STEM Curriculum and Sustainable Food Systems Resources
Provides dairy-focused STEM lesson plans and materials on sustainability, methane digesters, and environmental stewardship for middle and high school students
Virtual Farm Tours and Adopt-a-Cow Program
Partnership with Discover Dairy that allows classrooms to virtually adopt a dairy cow and receive updates about her life on the farm, supporting agricultural literacy
relationships · 17
who they work with
- Allied Performance, LLC Partner — Organization founded by guest blogger Damon McCune.
- Arizona Farm Bureau Partner — References Arizona Farm Bureau's Bitmoji Classroom Dairy Activities.
- Arizona Milk Producers Partner — Contact point for the Dairy Council of Arizona
- Dairy Council of Arizona and Nevada Partner — Provides free nutrition education materials throughout the states of Arizona and Nevada.
- Dairy Council of Nevada Partner — Collaborates to offer nutrition education materials to educators and health professionals.
- Dairy Council of Nevada Partner — Provides free nutrition education materials throughout the states of Arizona and Nevada.
- Damon McCune Partner — Guest blogger for a four-part series on optimizing performance for endurance athletes.
- Discover Dairy Partner — Promotes the "Adopt-A-Cow Program" from Discover Dairy.
- Discovery Education Partner — Promotes Undeniably Dairy Discovery Ed resources, including "Caring for Cows & Nourishing Communities" and Dairy STEM Curriculum.
- Dr. Christian Poulos Partner — High-performance health coach and medical professional who discusses post-workout recovery nutrition.
- Food and Agriculture Center for Science Education Partner — References STEM activities related to Dairy and Food Production from the Food and Agriculture Center for Science Education.
- National Ag in the Classroom Partner — References the National Ag in the Classroom Curriculum Matrix.
- National Dairy Council Partner — Promotes the "Dairy Nourishes Network" and provides content on "The Science Of Whole Milk Dairy Foods Within Healthy Eating Patterns."
- National Dairy Council Partner — Utilizes and promotes resources from the National Dairy Council, including food models, webinars, science summaries, and the Dairy Nourishes Network.
- The Dairy Alliance Partner — Collaborates on sharing science-based health benefits of dairy.
- United Dairymen of Arizona Partner — Refers users to their co-op website for bulk dairy product quote requests
- WIC Arizona Partner — Content for the "I’m One, and I’m Ready for Fun" brochure is courtesy of WIC Arizona.