Press Release
☷Statement by Agriculture Secretary Vilsack in Celebration of National Milk Day
U.S. Department of Agriculture ( By Press Release office)
Jan 12,2024
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On National Milk Day , we celebrate the historic moment in 1878 when milk was first delivered to homes in sterilized glass bottles . This marked a turning point , making milk more accessible and a vital source of nutrition for families across the country . Our dairy farmers are the unsung heroes behind every glass of milk , working tirelessly to ensure families receive essential nutrients . Thanks to their hard work and innovation , high - quality dairy products can be relied upon for school meals , food service programs , and families participating in the WIC program . USDA is committed to supporting the dairy industry through international trade , safety net programs , conservation programs , and more . According to USDA ' s Economic Research Service , the US produced 226 . 46 billion pounds of milk in 2022 , generating $57 . 51 billion . In Pennsylvania , milk cash receipts reached $2 . 6 billion in 2022 , the highest level since 2014 . The US dairy industry supports 3 . 2 million jobs , including 134 , 600 jobs in Pennsylvania . On January 10 , 2024 , Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack showed his support for America ' s dairy industry ahead of National Milk Day , which will be celebrated on January 11 . Secretary Vilsack visited the Pennsylvania Farm Show , the biggest indoor agricultural event in the country , where he met with dairy farmers and business owners who are contributing to the local and regional food systems in and around Pennsylvania . He also announced a $26 million grant for Regional Food Systems Infrastructure to help increase capacity and resilience in middle - of - the - supply chain activities , including dairy processing . For more information about USDA ' s support for the dairy industry , check out the infographic and follow USDA on Instagram , X , and Facebook .
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