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National Dairy Council (NDC) new sentiment tracking shows a further increase in confidence and positive attitudes toward dairy’s role in sustainability and nutrition. New research from the NDC shows a strong…
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National Dairy Council (NDC) new sentiment tracking shows a further increase in confidence and positive attitudes toward dairy’s role in sustainability and nutrition. New research from the NDC shows a strong increase in public trust in Irish dairy farmers and their care for the environment, with nearly three-quarters of Irish adults now expressing confidence in how […]
Over 350 schools across Ireland are marking World School Milk Day tomorrow (24 September) with the National Dairy Council’s Moo Crew educational platform. Pupils nationwide will take part in a live webinar hosted by presenter John Sharpson and TV chef Aisling Larkin, including an interactive cookery demonstration. Research carried out by the National Dairy […]
Ornua and the National Dairy Council (NDC) are delighted to announce the 12 Irish dairy farming families, representing seven counties and 12 dairy co-operatives from across the country, who have been shortlisted as finalists for the 2025 NDC and Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards. Introducing the 2025 NDC and Kerrygold Quality Milk Award Finalists: Arrabawn […]
New research could impact future health guidelines We’ve been skimming our milk and choosing low-fat cheese for decades, believing it was the heart-healthy choice. But new research is challenging that long-standing guidance – and possibly putting full-fat dairy back on the menu. A major new international research perspective paper [The American Journal of Clinical […]
Schools across the country entered in the hope of winning vouchers, an appearance at Bord Bia Bloom, and a trip to a dairy farm for their class. The National Dairy Council (NDC) has today revealed the winners of its second annual Future Farmer Competition. After carefully considering the large number of entries submitted this […]
The National Dairy Council (NDC) is set to make a splash at this year’s Bord Bia Bloom, taking place in Phoenix Park over the June Bank Holiday weekend. As a farmer-funded marketing agency, the NDC will celebrate Irish dairy farming with a host of interactive events, educational talks, and delicious dairy tastings over the five-day […]
The National Dairy Council (NDC) is set to make a splash at this year’s Bord Bia Bloom, taking place in Phoenix Park over the June Bank Holiday weekend. As a farmer-funded marketing agency, the NDC will celebrate Irish dairy farming with a host of interactive events, educational talks, and delicious dairy tastings over the five-day […]
The National Dairy Council (NDC), the farmer-funded organisation responsible for the promotion of Irish dairy products and production, has launched an e-learning website platform for school-age students (4 to 18 years, junior infants to sixth year). The new resource is part of a range of activities aimed at building awareness of, and pride in, […]
The National Dairy Council (NDC), with the help of Irish rugby player Garry Ringrose, have today launched the second annual Future Farmer Competition. The NDC is looking for enthusiastic young people from around the country to tell them why they want to be a Future Farmer. Four winners will be chosen, with each receiving […]
The National Dairy Council and Ornua are inviting dairy co-operatives nationwide to nominate their top milk suppliers for the 2025 NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards which are now officially open for entries. The closing date for submissions is 30th April 2025. The prestigious annual awards, now in its 16th year, champions the […]
Study finds there can be greater benefits from consuming certain dairy foods according to what sex you are. A new Irish study has found a cholesterol-lowering effect of eating cheese when compared to butter, and that benefits for heart health may be greater for women than men. Scientists believe the breakthrough research brings […]
The National Dairy Council is delighted to continue working with Garry Ringrose as an ambassador in 2025. Like all athletes, Garry knows the important role that diet and nutrition plays in fuelling the body for success in training and on the pitch! As we gear towards another Six Nations tournament, the Ireland team are in […]