Dairy Farmers

DAIRY FARMERS OF AMERICA WORKERS RATIFY FIRST CONTRACT WITH TEAMSTERS LOCAL 261

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cheese processing and manufacturing workers at the Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) plant in New Wilmington have voted 125-9 to ratify their first collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 261.

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  • Workers Secure Massive Gains in Health Care, Wages
    NEW WILMINGTON, Pa., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cheese processing and manufacturing workers at the Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) plant in New Wilmington have voted 125-9 to ratify their first collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 261.
  • "I'd like to thank the negotiating committee for all of the hard work they did to make this contract possible," said George Whippo, Local 261 Business Agent.
  • "The first contract is always the most challenging, but thanks to them, workers at this facility will always enjoy middle-class prosperity."
  • Founded in 1936, Teamsters Local 261 represents over 1,000 workers in food production, construction, healthcare, and a wide range of other industries throughout Western Pennsylvania.

Star Wars™ 'March to May the 4th' kicks off in New York City, delights fans with new products and a stunning light show

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Friday, March 22, 2024

NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Star Wars March to May the 4th campaign began today with new product announcements including toys, apparel, accessories, collectibles and more. The march started with a takeover of the iconic Empire State Building that included a lighting ceremony, fan experiences, window displays and more — culminating in a showstopping dynamic light show displayed on the façade of the world-famous New York landmark.

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  • The takeover of the Empire State Building includes interactive photo moments, which highlight new Star Wars consumer products in window and observatory deck displays.
  • On the iconic 86th Floor Observatory , Star Wars fans can pose with a life-size Funko POP!
  • Additionally, Hasbro and Amazon have teamed up to create a Star Wars experience with something for every Star Wars fan on the first floor of the Empire State Building.
  • Star Wars Celebration 2025: Star Wars Celebration, the Ultimate Star Wars Fan Event, is taking place April 18-20, 2025, in Japan.

Dairy Farmers of Canada launches new consumer rewards program to thank Canadians for choosing the Blue Cow logo

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

OTTAWA, ON, March 5, 2024 /CNW/ - Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) has launched a new consumer rewards program, "More Goodness," to thank Canadians for choosing dairy products that feature DFC's Blue Cow quality milk logo.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, March 5, 2024 /CNW/ - Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) has launched a new consumer rewards program, "More Goodness," to thank Canadians for choosing dairy products that feature DFC's Blue Cow quality milk logo.
  • Rewarding loyalty to dairy products made with 100% Canadian, this program supports consumers and local dairy farmers.
  • "Canadian dairy farmers are amongst the most trusted professionals in the country, working day in, day out to feed the nation," said David Wiens, president of Dairy Farmers of Canada.
  • "The Blue Cow logo has long represented Canadian dairy farmers' commitment to milk quality, animal care and sustainability," said DFC's Chief Marketing Officer, Pamela Nalewajek.

TASTE OF THE NFL: A CULINARY AND GRIDIRON EXTRAVAGANZA TO HELP GENYOUTH TACKLE STUDENT HUNGER

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Get ready for an unparalleled culinary, sports, entertainment and philanthropic experience as Taste of the NFL, presented by Frito-Lay, Quaker, and the PepsiCo Foundation, takes center stage during Super Bowl LVIII Weekend. Scheduled for February 10, 2024, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. PST at the Keep Memory Alive event center in Las Vegas, the Super Bowl's largest purpose-driven culinary event will deliver an extraordinary blend of cuisine and culture, with net proceeds benefiting GENYOUth's commitment to tackle youth hunger and food insecurity.

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  • Taste of the NFL will feature some of the nation's hottest culinary talent and an all-star lineup of NFL Legends and players.
  • Taste of the NFL will raise vital funds for GENYOUth's commitment to tackling youth hunger and food insecurity.
  • School nutrition programs foster nutrition equity for students," said Ann Marie Krautheim, M.A., R.D., L.D., CEO of GENYOUth.
  • We thank all of our partners for helping us ensure that the only hunger a child experiences is the hunger to learn."

Eating Healthier, Improving Mental Health: How Dairy Can Help Achieve Your New Year’s Resolutions

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Here are six ways that dairy can help you achieve your health and wellness goals for a better you in 2024.

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  • Here are six ways that dairy can help you achieve your health and wellness goals for a better you in 2024.
  • Nutrient packed: Dairy products such as milk, cheese, and yogurt are loaded with essential nutrients like calcium, protein, vitamins, and minerals.
  • Energy and weight management: Because of dairy foods’ nutritional package, it’s a one-stop shop to help sustain energy.
  • Mental Health: Stress and mental health often go hand in hand and can impact your overall well-being.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Launches New Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Today, on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the launch of the new Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge.

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  • Today, on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the launch of the new Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge.
  • The Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge builds on the successes of existing industry commitments on the environment.
  • By partnering with the sector, we can move further and faster to reduce agricultural methane emissions, and the new Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge will help the sector continue to grow, while contributing to Canada's 2030 methane reduction goals."
  • The Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge is the first challenge of its kind - designed to advance innovative, low-cost and scalable practices and technologies that contribute to the reduction of methane emissions from cattle and livestock.

GOLDEN STATE FOODS PROMOTES THREE LEADERS INTO GROUP VICE PRESIDENT ROLES

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden State Foods (GSF), one of the largest diversified suppliers to the foodservice and retail industries, is pleased to announce the promotions of three leaders.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden State Foods (GSF), one of the largest diversified suppliers to the foodservice and retail industries, is pleased to announce the promotions of three leaders.
  • In GSF's Irvine, California corporate global headquarters, promotions include Ken Mance to group vice president, human resources and labor, as well as Dave Norman to group vice president, corporate controller.
  • Based in Arkansas City, Kansas, Bryan Bartee will now serve as group vice president, operations for the company's KanPak Kansas dairy products facility.
  • "We truly value Dave's leadership, contributions, and positive approach to business," said Brad Tingey, GSF's corporate senior vice president and chief financial officer.

Nourishing Kids During Summer

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

Seattle, WA, July 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Summer brings a change in school routines, which can sometimes disrupt healthy eating schedules.

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  • Seattle, WA, July 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Summer brings a change in school routines, which can sometimes disrupt healthy eating schedules.
  • By providing nutritious meals during the summer months, we help children return to school ready to learn and thrive.
  • Active kids need to stay hydrated and while water is great for replacing lost fluids, milk offers even more.
  • Limit snacks with added sugar and instead offer foods with protein and fiber to provide long lasting energy to keep kids going between meals.

Norseland, Inc. Announces Leadership Transition: John Sullivan to step down, Carl Gerlach to begin as CEO of Norseland, Inc.

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

DARIEN, Conn., March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John J. Sullivan will be stepping down from his current role as President & CEO.

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  • DARIEN, Conn., March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John J. Sullivan will be stepping down from his current role as President & CEO.
  • Sullivan has worked for Norseland, Inc. /TINE SA and the Norwegian Dairy Farmers for more than 32 years.
  • Having served in many positions of Sales, Marketing, Executive Management, and Board Member, Sullivan has been President & CEO for over 17 years.
  • Sullivan stated, "The privilege of leading Norseland, Inc. for our owners, the Norwegian Dairy Farmers, has been an incredible journey.

GENYOUTH ANNOUNCES TICKET SALES FOR SUPER BOWL LVII's 2023 TASTE OF THE NFL, PRESENTED BY FRITO-LAY, QUAKER AND THE PEPSICO FOUNDATION

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GENYOUth, a national non-profit organization which creates healthier school communities, kicked off ticket sales today in partnership with Frito-Lay, Quaker and the PepsiCo Foundation for Taste of the NFL, an annual Super Bowl weekend purpose-driven event which features the culinary sizzle of top chefs and the star power of NFL players to raise critical funds to help tackle hunger and food insecurity among youth.  

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  • The event is hosted by five nationally renowned celebrity and veteran Taste of the NFL chefs including Andrew Zimmern, Carla Hall, Tim Love, Lasheeda Perry, and Mark Bucher.
  • The funds raised through Taste of the NFL will support school nutrition programs in Arizona and NFL Club markets across the nation.
  • "We're proud of our partnership with GENYOUth to drive meaningful impact to help end student hunger in Arizona, and across the country."
  • To purchase tickets for Taste of the NFL and help End Student Hunger, visit www.TasteoftheNFL.com .