The document outlines the objectives of the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy, focusing on sustainability within the dairy industry to meet consumer needs while being economically, environmentally, and socially responsible. It highlights initiatives to promote healthy eating, physical activity among youth, and the availability of nutritious dairy products. Additionally, it emphasizes collaboration among dairy producers and stakeholders to foster better health and wellness in schools and communities.

1. Leadership Institute June 11-14, 2009

3. We Work for U.S. Dairy Farmers

4. Dairy Farmers…. (Click to watch video)

5. Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy Forum for the dairy industry to work together Aligns the collective resources More than 30 key U.S. producer organizations

6. To provide consumers with the nutritious dairy products they want in a way that is economically viable, environmentally sound, and socially responsible –now and for future generations. What does Sustainability Mean to You? Holistic Living Environmental, social and economic responsibility It is here to stay

7. Definition for dairy: Providing consumers with the nutritious dairy products they want in a way that makes the industry, people and the earth economically, environmentally and socially better—now and for future generations. Dairy & Sustainability

8. Healthy Planet Cow Power From farm to glass Less is more Mother (Nature) says drink your milk Care and feeding of the land

9. New Look of School Milk Reduced-Sugar Flavored Milk Fat Free & Lowfat Milk Breakfast, School Cafeteria & Vending Dairy Health & Wellness

10. In Stores, On-the-Go and Quick-Serve Restaurants 20 oz. latte Yogurts with probiotics, lower sugar and Vitamin D Specialty milk-based drinks 16 gm protein/5 gm Fiber/1 sv fruit Reduced-fat cheese; Omega 3 fortified cheese Lactose-free white & flavored milks; Milk with added calcium, Omega 3 & antioxidants Healthy portions

11. Healthy People Fuel Up to Play offers students and school administrators nationwide the tools to eat healthier, be more active and make changes in a school’s nutrition environment.

12. 5 Tenets for Child Health and Wellness - Increase access to affordable, appealing fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy products - Stimulate physical activity and fitness programs that motivate youth to be more active in and out of school (to meet the goal of 60 minutes a day). - Boost resources (financial and other) to under-funded schools in order to improve physical fitness and nutrition - Educate and motivate youth to eat more nutrient rich foods and beverages - Engage and motivate youth to take action at their schools and develop their own roadmap to better fitness and nutrition

13. Help Us Take Action (Click to watch video)

14. To go quickly go alone. To go far, go together.