NMPF has been the unifying voice of America’s dairy farmers on Capitol Hill and with government agencies since 1916. Focusing on federal issues, NMPF uses its unique resources to enhance and promote the economic well-being of dairy farmers and their cooperatives through coordinated industry efforts.
As the voice of America’s dairy farmers, NMPF’s cooperative membership ensures dairy farmers have a seat at the table during discussions about critical industry topics including milk pricing, animal welfare, foreign market access and development, climate policy and more.
Cooperative members are eligible to serve on the NMPF Board of Directors and on NMPF committees, providing direct input to inform the organization’s policy priorities. NMPF’s cooperative membership ensures dairy farmers have a seat at the table during discussions about critical industry topics.
NMPF provides government relations services on behalf of its member cooperatives, giving dairy farmers a strong voice in the policymaking process.
Cooperative membership provides dairy farmers and their cooperatives access to NMPF’s regulatory expertise to help them understand and comply with complex regulations. NMPF also works with its members to advocate for fair, practical regulations.
Member cooperatives have access to members-only communications to help farmers and their cooperatives make informed business decisions and develop strategies to navigate market challenges.
NMPF provides networking opportunities to its member cooperatives throughout the year through a variety of in-person meetings and events.