National Association of Farm Broadcasting:
School Meals Are Missing Whole Milk
September 19, 2025
The National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs play an important role in promoting the consumption of healthy foods, including dairy. But school meal rules in effect since 2012 only allow 1% and fat-free milk options. NMPF’s Miquela Hanselman says the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act currently before Congress would give kids even more choices for the nutrition they need.