Forktales · 2026-03-27 · 52 min
Jenny Mehlman is Senior Marketing Director at Dairy Farmers of America, where she leads branded cheese and butter businesses. With a background in brand stewardship and innovation, she focuses on making legacy food categories relevant through consumer insight, storytelling and everyday moments that drive connection. Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) is a farmer-owned cooperative representing more than 9,500 American dairy farmers. As the leading global dairy cooperative, DFA produces and markets a wide range of dairy brands, with a mission centered on delivering value back to its farmer-owners and their communities. DFA operates with a long-term mindset, prioritizing sustainable growth and innovation over short-term gains. Its structure allows marketing and innovation teams to focus on building brands that resonate with consumers while supporting farmers’ livelihoods. The organization blends large-scale brand management with a strong sense of authenticity, transparency and purpose rooted in agriculture. Dairy is experiencing a resurgence as consumers reconnect with real, wholesome ingredients and seek both health and indulgence in the same products.
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