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Virginia dairy education shines at State Fair

At the State Fair of Virginia, guests can trace a glass of milk, or bowl of ice cream, back to the source and meet the farmers and animals behind some of their favorite products.



Virginia farmer can be found on Maola milk cartons in stores’ dairy aisles 

June is National Dairy Month, and a good way to celebrate is by drinking milk featuring Orange County dairy farmer Molly Elgin McWilliams.



Fuel up on dairy favorites this National Dairy Month

National Dairy Month in June is an ideal time to indulge in dairy products and celebrate the hardworking dairy farmers who provide delicious products for our communities.



Adopt a Cow program gives students an authentic glimpse into Virginia’s dairy farms  

Some Virginia dairy calves claim doting fans in classrooms across the commonwealth—inspiring love letters, heartwarming connections and lifelong enrichment.



Va. dairy farmer joins signing of Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act 

Shenandoah dairy farmer Thomas French represented Virginia dairy farmers at President Donald Trump’s signing of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025.



Grant will expand milk dispenser program in Virginia schools

The Virginia State Dairymen’s Association has received a $115,000 grant to expand the use of bulk milk dispensers in school cafeterias across the commonwealth.



Virginia ice cream maker receives international praise for iconic cow-to-cone flavors

A Fauquier-based ice cream company’s slow-churned, homegrown flavors recently claimed the international spotlight.





Pair shareable delights with the summer sunshine

Serve up crowd pleasers at cookouts this National Dairy Month.

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Support Virginia’s vast array of cheesemakers this American Cheese Month

From creamy to crumbly and everything in between, Virginia’s rich selection of specialty cheeses offers plenty to celebrate.