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The after-school snack hack every busy family needs

The after-school snack hack every busy family needs

Dairy West  |  Posted Aug. 26 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Parents know this after-school dilemma all too well, and it can be a stressful time of day — unless you have a plan in place.
Small carton, big impact: The story behind school milk

Small carton, big impact: The story behind school milk

Dairy West  |  Posted Aug. 21 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Behind that little carton are dedicated farmers, careful quality checks and a lot of work to produce nutritious food for Utah families.
Nourishing minds and bodies: The surprising benefits of school meals

Nourishing minds and bodies: The surprising benefits of school meals

Dairy West  |  Posted Aug. 13 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

School lunch may not be the first thing parents think about this time of year—but it might be one of the most misunderstood.
Start strong: Easy breakfast ideas for busy mornings

Start strong: Easy breakfast ideas for busy mornings

Dairy West  |  Posted Aug. 3 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Breakfast doesn't have to be elaborate. A little planning can go a long way.
From cow to cup: The journey behind your glass of milk

From cow to cup: The journey behind your glass of milk

Dairy West  |  Posted July 30 - 3:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sure, most people know milk comes from cows. But what happens after that?
 Beyond root beer: Ice cream float flavors you never knew you needed

Beyond root beer: Ice cream float flavors you never knew you needed

Dairy West  |  Posted July 20 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

A treat that's simultaneously refreshing and indulgent, there's a lot of nostalgia linked to ice cream floats.
Summer snacks solved: What to pack for every adventure

Summer snacks solved: What to pack for every adventure

Dairy West  |  Posted July 16 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

These cooler-friendly foods are easy picks that help keep everyone satisfied — and hydrated during those long summer days, too.
What makes the perfect cheeseburger? Utah gets to decide

What makes the perfect cheeseburger? Utah gets to decide

Dairy West  |  Posted July 6 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Before you cast your vote, here's a look at what makes a truly great cheeseburger
The taste of summer: Why ice cream is a timeless tradition

The taste of summer: Why ice cream is a timeless tradition

Dairy West  |  Posted July 1 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Before it becomes rocky road, mint chocolate chip or cookies and cream, every scoop starts the same way: with fresh milk and cream.
Dairy over the decades: What's changed and what's stayed the same

Dairy over the decades: What's changed and what's stayed the same

Dairy West  |  Posted June 25 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Today's dairy case reflects changing diets, preferences and consumer needs — all while delivering the nutrition, flavor and quality people have trusted for generations.
Meet the nutrition dream team: 6 dairy products working harder than you think

Meet the nutrition dream team: 6 dairy products working harder than you think

Dairy West  |  Posted June 19 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

This June Dairy Month, we're introducing dairy's dream team — a lineup of familiar foods that each bring something unique to the table.
Rooted in community: How one dairy farm family is bringing people closer to their food

Rooted in community: How one dairy farm family is bringing people closer to their food

Dairy West  |  Posted June 14 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

We often recognize the love, care and effort that goes into preparing a meal. But long before those ingredients reach our kitchens, there are people putting that same care into producing the food itself.
More than milk: Why dairy farmers are worth celebrating

More than milk: Why dairy farmers are worth celebrating

Dairy West  |  Posted June 1 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

While dairy may be something many people consume every day, it's easy to overlook just how connected it is to local communities, nutrition and innovation.
The local scoop: How to find out where your milk really comes from

The local scoop: How to find out where your milk really comes from

Dairy West  |  Posted May 29 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

And if you've ever wondered where your milk actually comes from, the answer may already be printed on the carton.
The milk lowdown: Separating fact from fiction in the dairy case

The milk lowdown: Separating fact from fiction in the dairy case

Dairy West  |  Posted May 19 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

So what do all those labels actually mean? Here's a practical breakdown of the dairy case — and the facts behind the cartons.
100 years later: How one Utah dairy was passed down through generations

100 years later: How one Utah dairy was passed down through generations

Dairy West  |  Posted May 13 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Over the past century, the family has completed an estimated 73,000 milking shifts and raised generations of dairy cattle — all while adapting to an industry that has changed dramatically over time.
Robots milking cows? How this family farm is using technology to care for cows and the future

Robots milking cows? How this family farm is using technology to care for cows and the future

Dairy West  |  Posted May 7 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Fourth-generation dairy farmers David and Natalie Nelson use robotic milking systems that allow cows to choose when they are milked — an approach that's improving efficiency on the farm while supporting cow comfort and health.
The sustainability secret: Cows keep waste out of landfills?

The sustainability secret: Cows keep waste out of landfills?

Dairy West  |  Posted April 26 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Across the country, dairy farmers are reducing waste in an fortuitous way: By feeding their cows byproducts — the leftovers from food and agriculture production that might otherwise go to waste.
Saving every drop: Inside a dairy farm's approach to water use

Saving every drop: Inside a dairy farm's approach to water use

Dairy West  |  Posted April 20 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

For dairy farmers, managing water isn't just part of the job — it's a daily priority.