Whole Fat is Back: Why New Federal Policies are a Major Opportunity for the Dairy Industry

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20 hours ago
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In the world of agricultural policy and human nutrition, the pendulum is swinging back toward a familiar, nutrient-dense staple. At the 2026 Dairy Sustainability Alliance Spring Meeting in Oak Brook, Ill., a panel of experts convened to discuss what they termed a “new era for dairy.” This era is defined by two major milestones: the release of the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the landmark passage of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act.

Moderated by Dana Engel of the National Dairy Council, the session brought together the perspectives of a farmer-dietitian, a school nutrition specialist and a regulatory expert. Together, they painted a picture of an industry moving from a defensive posture to a period of growth, fueled by science that finally acknowledges the benefits of whole-fat dairy.

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