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World Milk Day, June 1, kicked off National Dairy Month in the U.S. To celebrate, we are exploring the cultural, economic, nutritional and environmental impact of dairy — and why it matters to the future of food. Whether hand-milked in smallholder farms or harvested in robotic dairies, milk provides vital nutrients to billions, supporting millions of farmers in the process.
Together, we’re asking: What would we lose in a world without milk? The global dairy industry goes far beyond the glass — it provides critical nutrition, supports the livelihoods of millions of families and drives innovation, playing a vital role in food security and the future of sustainable agriculture. By sharing your perspective, you contribute to a global conversation about the real value of dairy, and the vital role cows play in our diets, economies and cultures.
Join us in stirring up a global conversation about the essential role of dairy and the cows behind it.
With a market projected to exceed $1 trillion by 2033, dairy is one of the world’s most powerful economic drivers. More than 110 million farmers worldwide directly benefit from dairy farming, while over 6 billion people rely on nutrient-rich milk and dairy foods — making dairy essential to both livelihoods and global nutrition.
Did you know a glass of milk delivers vitamin B12, calcium, protein and tryptophan — all linked to brain health and mood? Vitamin B12 , found in dairy, is essential to the production of serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine — the neurotransmitters that influence mood motivation, focus and emotional balance. Deficiencies in B12 have been linked to a higher risk of depression and cognitive decline.
Milk and dairy products provide essential nutrients like calcium, potassium, vitamin D and high-quality protein. These support bone health, muscle function and cognitive development — especially in children, adolescents and expecting mothers.
To help you join the conversation, we’ve created a comprehensive Dairy Month Social Toolkit packed with shareable assets ready for your personal social media channels. Here’s how you can get involved:
Our toolkit includes photos and infographics, visuals, compelling stories, conversation starters and key stats that highlight dairy’s role in nutrition, livelihoods and sustainability. Every asset is designed for easy posting social media platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Choose a few posts that resonate with you — whether it’s dairy’s impact on childhood nutrition, global economies, or sustainable food systems — and share them throughout June. Your voice helps elevate the global conversation.
Follow World Without Cows on social media and visit our website to sign up for updates. Like, comment and share from our official accounts to help amplify the message: dairy matters — now and for the future.
Whether you post weekly or simply engage through likes and comments, your participation helps spotlight the many ways dairy nourishes people, supports communities and sustains the planet.
Access the toolkit, tag @WorldWithoutCows in your posts, and use #DairyMonth to join this global conversation on the true value of milk and dairy.
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Planet of Plenty® has launched the World Without Cows Global Run, an effort to collectively cover 25,000 miles to raise awareness for the World Without Cows documentary and to support additional science-based storytelling opportunities that highlight agriculture’s vital role in creating a sustainable future.
