Press Releases
California Producers, Processors Awarded $300,000 in Dairy Business Innovation Initiative Grants
January 2023Tracy, Calif. – January 12, 2023 – The California Dairy Innovation Center (CDIC) today announced five California winners of Dairy Business Innovation Initiative grants by the Pacific Coast Coalition, the USDA-funded Initiative hosted by Fresno State University supporting dairy product, process and packaging innovation. The winners include Capstone Ranch/Wonder Cow (Madera County), Central Coast Creamery (San Luis Obispo County), Foggy Bottom Boys (Humboldt County), Schoch Family Farmstead (Monterey County) and Weststeyn Dairy Farm (Glenn County).Read More
Las Vegas Chef Crowned Champion in Inaugural Global Cuisine Competition Using Italian-Style Cheeses From California
December 2022Tracy, Calif. – December 19, 2022 – The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) today announced the winners of the inaugural Global Flavors Culinary Competition, a foodservice event that celebrates the broad application of Real California cheese and dairy products in global cuisines. This year’s competition showcased “A Taste of Italy,” with a focus on developing classic and innovative recipes highlighting Italian-style cheese and dairy products from California in two categories: Il Classico and Il Fresco.
Read MoreReal California Milk Celebrates the Season of Giving with the California Cheese Wreath Kit, The Edible Gift That Gives Back to Communities in Need
December 2022Tracy, Calif. – December 8, 2022 – In celebration of the holidays, today the California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) introduced a collaboration with cheese shop Lady & Larder and cheese expert Jessica Lawrenz to present the California Cheese Wreath Kit, a collection of Real California cheeses, dried fruit, nuts, crackers, and other items used to create an edible arrangement for seasonal gatherings and gift giving. In the spirit of giving, for each kit orders a donation of $20* will be made to Feeding America in support of families in need.Read More
REAL CALIFORNIA MILK BEGINS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH MORNINGS MEAN MORE CAMPAIGN AT RETAIL
November 2022Initiative Encourages Families to Celebrate Family Time with Breakfast Recipes Made with Real California Dairy Products
Read MoreREAL CALIFORNIA MILK EXCELERATOR: OPEN INNOVATION SELECTS FOUR WINNERS FOR $200,000 IN NON-DILUTVE GRANTS TO GROW THEIR BUSINESSES IN CALIFORNIA
November 2022
Brands dosa by DOSA, Pariva, Tres Lecheria and Wheyward Spirit Win $50,000 Each;
Opportunity to Compete for $100,000 in Additional Support in 4th Competition from
California Milk Advisory Board and VentureFuel
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Real California Milk Celebrates California’s Hispanic-Style Cheese & Dairy Products During Hispanic Heritage Month With Texas Retail Promotion
September 2022TRACY, Calif. – (September 14, 2022) – The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) is celebrating the flavors and traditions of Mexico brought to life by California’s Hispanic-style cheeses and dairy products with a consumer retail promotion focused on Hispanic Heritage Month.
Read MoreMelissa Lema Joins California Milk Advisory Board Marketing Team
September 2022New Director of Producer Relations to serve as liaison with California dairy families
Read MoreWinners Crowned In Inaugural Cal-Mex Foodservice Competition Showcasing Recipe Innovation Using California’s Hispanic-Style Cheeses
August 2022Chefs from Georgia, California, & Illinois earn $5,000 for crafting on-trend dishes marrying flavors from California and Mexico
Read MoreReal California Milk Excelerator Competition Selects Final Cohort of Eight Dairy Startups
August 20224th Annual CMAB and VentureFuel “Open Innovation” competition finalists highlight dairy as an ingredient in everything from biomaterials and textiles to global foods and beverages
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