The Future Starts Here at Dairy Forum 2027

The Future Starts Here at Dairy Forum 2027

WASHINGTON, July 28, 2026-The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) today announced that registration for Dairy Forum 2027 is now open.

From January 24-27, 2027, more than 1,200 leaders from across the dairy supply chain will gather in Orlando, Florida, for the industry's premier annual event. Hosted at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes, Dairy Forum 2027 will bring together executives from dairy processors, cooperatives, retailers, and suppliers to explore what is next for the industry and chart a path forward in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

The 2027 event theme, THE FUTURE STARTS HERE, spotlights the ideas, innovations, and inflection points set to define what's on the horizon for the dairy industry. From breakthrough technologies and evolving consumer expectations to shifting policy landscapes, Dairy Forum 2027 will explore how the industry can anticipate change and lead it. Attendees will walk away with a clearer understanding of what is ahead and how to position their businesses to thrive in a more dynamic, competitive environment.

"Dairy Forum 2027 is where forward-thinking leaders come to get ahead of what is next," said Michael Dykes, D.V.M., president and CEO of IDFA. "It is an opportunity to challenge assumptions, explore new possibilities, and gain the perspective needed to make confident decisions in a rapidly changing world. The insights and connections built here will help shape the future of dairy for years to come."

Dairy Forum will feature main sessions, deep-dive discussions, panel conversations, and special presentations from industry leaders and conference partners. Attendees will hear from experts in business leadership, technology, nutrition, sustainability, and food policy, with a focus on what lies ahead for the dairy sector.

Set across more than 500 acres of natural landscapes, lakes, and working farmland, the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes offers a distinctive setting for both business and connection. The property features world-class amenities, including championship golf, a full-service spa, farm-to-table dining, and a range of recreational experiences for attendees and their families.

Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations seeking to showcase their leadership and engage with the industry's top decision-makers.

To register for Dairy Forum 2027 and explore sponsorship opportunities, visit https://www.dairyforum.com.

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The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), Washington, D.C., represents the nation's dairy manufacturing and marketing industry, which supports more than 3 million jobs that generate $198 billion in wages and $779 billion in overall economic impact. IDFA's diverse membership ranges from multinational organizations to single-plant companies, from dairy companies and cooperatives to food retailers and suppliers, all on the cutting edge of innovation and sustainable business practices. Together, they represent most of the milk, cheese, ice cream, yogurt and cultured products, and dairy ingredients produced and marketed in the United States and sold throughout the world. Delicious, safe and nutritious, dairy foods offer unparalleled health and consumer benefits to people of all ages.