Oregon Farmers E-Newsletter - October 2026
This month’s newsletter highlights how dairy farm families across the region are connecting with their communities, sharing their stories and helping consumers better understand where their food comes from. Oregon’s featured farmer, Drew Johnson of Santiam Dairy, shares how he brings dairy education into local schools and welcomes students to his farm, helping young people learn about dairy farming, agricultural careers and the work behind their food.
You'll also find updates on how your checkoff is creating value for dairy farmers across Oregon and the region.
In this issue:
- Community engagement stories from dairy farm families across Idaho, Oregon, Utah and Washington
- CEO update on Dairy West's new "Real Good" brand, 2027 planning and national dairy checkoff leadership
- Oregon Dairy Products Commission meeting notice and upcoming producer meetings across the state
- State tournament tickets available to dairy farmers through Dairy West's high school athletics partnerships
- Women's Wellness Symposium hosted in partnership with Oregon Health & Science University, connecting health professionals with dairy nutrition information
- Retail promotions and foodservice partnerships featuring regional dairy, including Oregon-made cheese from Don Froylan Creamery
- National chef competition encouraging more cheese on restaurant menus
- Australia trade mission creating international market opportunities for Oregon and regional dairy products
- New consumer stewardship campaign highlighting the care dairy farmers put into their cows, land and communities
