Did you know New Englanders eat more ice cream per capita than anywhere else in the country? We also happen to have some of the best local ice cream shops, some of which are run by dairy farmers themselves. Coincidence? We want to set you on the right path to indulge your sweet tooth by …

The cheese board is a host’s best entertaining secret. They’re easy to prep but have the potential to really “wow” your guests. Here are a few tips on how to build your best cheese board: Focus on a variety of flavors, textures, colors and shapes. Serve 2 to 4 ounces of cheese per guest. Include …

Just because school is out for the summer doesn’t mean hunger goes away or that healthy meals aren’t available. During the school year, students have access to school lunch, and often breakfast too, at a free, reduced or low cost. However, once school is out it can be hard to find and access locations in …

We put it on cones, between cookies, in shakes – we scoop it, spoon it, lick it, love it. It’s ice cream, and in honor of National Ice Cream Month, we’re diving into a bowl of our favorite frozen treat. Everyone LOVES ice cream, and the latest poll by the International Dairy Foods Association, found …

This June, we have partnered with Stop & Shop, Price Chopper, Feeding America and our local dairy farmers to promote The Great American Milk Drive. Food insecurity continues to be an issue here in the U.S. and in many other places across the world. The Great American Milk Drive aims to bring awareness to one …

We have a special guest blogger this week, Gina Petracca. Gina is an intern for the New England Dairy & Food Council and she is sharing her personal dairy farm story from her first visit at age six to her recent return 20 years later. Read on to hear about the power of a dairy …