USDA Appoints Members to National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the appointment of eight members to serve on the National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board. Six of the eight appointees will serve three-year terms, effective immediately through June 30, 2028. The other two appointees will serve the remaining terms of vacant positions, effective immediately and expiring June 30, 2027.  

The newly appointed members are:

Kris Luckhaupt, Lynnfield, Massachusetts (Region 1);

Jon Cowell, Herndon, Virginia (Region 3), (partial term);

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USDA Solicits Nominations for Members of the USDA Grain Inspection Advisory Committee

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking nominations for individuals to serve on the USDA Grain Inspection Advisory Committee. USDA is seeking individuals who represent grain producers, processors, merchandisers, handlers, exporters, consumers, grain inspection agencies, or scientists.

USDA Updates Dairy Program Grading Branch Plant Survey Manual

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced updates to the Dairy Program Grading Branch (DGB) Plant Survey (PS) Manual. The changes within the PS Manual will take effect on Feb. 1, 2026. PS Manual updates reflect USDA’s commitment to fostering partnerships and alignment with the industry’s quality control efforts and continuous modernization.

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