Dairy Management

Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) is a non-profit organization that manages the national dairy checkoff program on behalf of U.S. dairy farmers and importers. The organization focuses on increasing demand for dairy products through marketing, promotion, and extensive nutrition research. DMI oversees the National Dairy Council, which conducts and funds scientific research into the health benefits of dairy components. It also manages the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy, which focuses on sustainability and food safety. While not a traditional pharmaceutical company, DMI is a significant player in the healthcare and life sciences space through its support of peer-reviewed studies on human nutrition and chronic disease prevention. The organization works with academic institutions and industry partners to translate nutrition science into public health recommendations.