Press Releases

Gift the Joy of California Dairy This Holiday Season

Easy Holiday Gifting in Three Steps: Select, Click, and Share the Real California Goodness
 

California Dairy Industry Powers $23.2 Billion Economic Impact and More Than 150,000 Jobs

New UC Davis study highlights dairy's role as California's leading agricultural force, driving growth, sustainability and global exports

California Milk Advisory Board Welcomes Leslie Ganzer To Foodservice Team

TRACY, Calif. – (November 17, 2025) – The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB), the marketing order representing California dairy producers, today announced the addition of Leslie Ganzer to its Foodservice team. In her new role, Ganzer will support engagement initiatives with major foodservice operators and distributors to expand participation in CMAB programs.

Innovative Dairy Foods Made With Sustainably Sourced California Milk To Be Showcased During Private Label Trade Show

California dairy processors to exhibit in Chicago November 16-18, 2025

Tracy, Calif. – (November 10, 2025) – The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) will spotlight a diverse selection of innovative and sustainably sourced specialty dairy products at PLMA's 2025 Annual Private Label Trade Show in Chicago, Ill. at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center November 16-18.

California Milk Advisory Board Offers Opportunity For Student Ambassadors To Share California Dairy Messages With International Audiences

2 students to be selected to represent Real California Milk abroad in 2026

California Milk Advisory Board Welcomes Adrienne Daniels as EVP of Marketing

Daniels to lead strategic marketing initiatives designed to strengthen awareness and demand for Real California Milk globally

Alejandra Lovera Joins California Milk Advisory Board International Team

Lovera brings expertise in business development, client relations, and cross-cultural project management to global efforts for Real California Milk

TRACY, Calif. – (October 3, 2025) – The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB), the marketing order representing California dairy producers, today announced the addition of Alejandra Lovera as International Business Development Manager, supporting the organization’s global market development initiatives.

Real California Milk Excelerator Launches 2025 Cohort With Products Tackling Consumer Demand for Protein, Clean Label, Sustainability, and Indulgence

Fourteen companies join 7th annual innovation program spanning growth-stage
Excelerator and early-stage Incubator tracks

Cynthia Kindle Joins California Milk Advisory Board

Kindle brings expertise in digital engagement, brand strategy, and cross-functional project management to retail marketing team

TRACY, Calif. — (September 2, 2025) – The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB), the marketing order representing California dairy producers, today announced the addition of Cynthia Kindle as Marketing Manager, U.S Retail supporting the organization’s retail brand initiatives and consumer engagement strategies.

Real California Milk Kicks Off Back To School Season With Retail Campaign Focused On California Dairy

Promotion Offers Solution for Busy Families with Quick and Nutritious Recipes Made with Wholesome Real California Dairy Products

Real California Milk Launches Grilled Cheese Contest To Celebrate Iconic Comfort Food With A California Twist

Tracy, Calif. – August 5, 2025 – The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) today announced the launch of the 2025 Real California Grilled Cheese Sandwich Contest, a national foodservice recipe competition inviting professional chefs to reimagine the classic grilled cheese sandwich using California’s rich array of artisan cheeses and butter.

Selina Lopes Joins California Milk Advisory Board Team

New Producer Relations Coordinator to serve as liaison with California dairy families

TRACY, Calif. — (August 1, 2025) – The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB), the marketing order representing California dairy producers, today announced the addition of Selina Lopes as Producer Relations Coordinator.

Chef Salvatore Trupiano Wins Grand Prize For Creative Use Of Real California Cheese In National Pizza Contest

Three New Champions Crowned and $30,000 in Prize Money Awarded in

Real California Milk’s 7^th Annual Pizza Bake-off Event

Real California Cow’s Milk Cheeses Bring Home 33 Awards at American Cheese Society Meeting in Sacramento, California

California Cheese and Dairy Producers Win a total of 51 Cheeses in
Annual Celebration of North American Makers

California Dairy On Display At The California Restaurant Show

Tracy, Calif. – (July 21, 2025) –The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) is bringing culinary inspiration with California dairy to the California Restaurant Show, August 3-5 at the Anaheim Convention Center.

California Milk Advisory Board Announces Key Promotions To Accelerate Global And Domestic Growth

TRACY, Calif. – July 14, 2025 – The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) today announced a series of strategic leadership promotions that reflect the organization’s ongoing commitment to expanding the reach of Real California Milk products both domestically and globally. These promotions recognize the contributions of four accomplished leaders who have played vital roles in advancing CMAB’s mission to support California’s dairy families by increasing demand for dairy products made with Real California Milk.

Twelve Professional Chefs Named Finalists In National Pizza Competition Featuring Real California Cheese

Live bake-off event in Napa to award $30,000 in prizes and showcase innovative foodservice pizza recipes across three new categories

Tracy, Calif. – June 24, 2025 – The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) today announced the 12 professional chef finalists for the 2025 Real California Pizza Contest, a nationwide competition to find the most innovative foodservice pizza recipes featuring Real California dairy products.

Summer Fancy Food Show Showcases Innovative Dairy Foods Made With Sustainably Sourced Milk From California

Tracy, Calif. – (June 18, 2025) –The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) will spotlight a diverse selection of innovative specialty dairy products at the 2025 Summer Fancy Food show in New York, N.Y. June 29-July 1, 2025.

California Milk Advisory Board and Partner VentureFuel Expand Support for Dairy-based Startups with Return of Real California Milk Excelerator Competition, Addition of Incubator Track

Applications open through August 4, 2025 for dairy startups and entrepreneurs
focused on high-growth dairy products

California Dairy Families and Raley’s Food For Families Partner to Deliver Nutritious Milk and Dairy Foods to Families Facing Food Insecurity

TRACY, Calif. – May 30, 2025 – In California, over 3 million households face food insecurity. In honor of June as National Dairy Month, the California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) is partnering for the third year with Raley’s Food For Families program to deliver milk and dairy foods to nourish families in California communities.