Farmers E-Newsletter - August 2025

This month’s newsletter is packed with updates showing how your checkoff is working for you, from strategic board priorities and retail promotions to community events, educational programs and on-farm resources.

Discover how Dairy West is building trust in dairy, creating connections in local communities and growing demand across the region. Plus, hear directly from leadership, explore opportunities to get involved and see how dairy is being celebrated from fairs to festivals.

In this issue:

Key takeaways from the July Dairy West Board Meeting, including CEO Steve Seppi’s vision for regional integration
Registration details for the 2025 Dairy West Annual Meeting, November 5–6 in Boise
Invitation to the Ice Cream Festival at the Utah State Fair on September 8
Young Farmer Social on August 27 in Jerome, Idaho
USDA Dairy Soil & Water Regeneration Field Day on September 3 in Kimberly, Idaho
USU Dairy Extension Conference on August 19 in Logan, Utah
Preview of the first-ever Taste Local Utah campaign at Walmart stores
Q2 dairy retail sales summary and new product spotlight on Darigold Nutrition+ Whole Milk
Partnership with Chobani to support summer meals in Twin Falls
Enrollment now open for the 2025–2026 Adopt A Cow classroom program
Launch of the Adventure Swap video series with speedskater Greta Myers and dairy farmer Mattie Skeen
Recap of Twin Falls Rotary’s Ice Cream Funday featuring Farm to Spoon
Key dates for upcoming events and registration deadlines