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I am senior vice president of strategic and industry communications at USDEC. I’m the point person for membership and recruitment, USDEC board meetings and events, USDEC publications, communications with the industry at large (including trade media and promotion boards), issues management and crisis preparedness.
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(VIDEO) 650 Million Reasons for U.S. Dairy's Long-Term Investment in Southeast Asia
by Margaret Speich June 14, 2018Read MoreA new relationship with a leading food innovation and research center is one of several USDEC efforts emphasizing "people, promotions and partnerships."
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What Dairy Farmers Need to Know About Increasing Exports to "The Next 5%"
by Margaret Speich May 2, 2018Read MoreTimes are tough for many U.S. dairy farmers. USDEC's ambitious plan to increase exports provides farmers a dose of realistic optimism for the future.
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“Sky the Limit” for U.S. Cheese Exports to China (VIDEO)
by Margaret Speich April 16, 2018Read MoreBusiness development specialist Annie Ma is the latest of what will be nine additional on-the-ground professionals opening doors for USDEC members in key export markets.
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The 2016 Global Dairy Business Year in Review
by Margaret Speich November 30, 2016Read More
Our yearly summary allows you to scan or search the acquisitions, mergers, new plants and product line launches from an eventful year.
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South America's Market-Oriented Shift may Yield Gains for U.S. Dairy
by Margaret Speich June 15, 2016
The head of USDEC’s South America office discusses Peru, Chile, Colombia, Brazil and other U.S. dairy export markets.
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Huntsman Revisited: Play “the Long Game” in China
by Margaret Speich April 20, 2016Read More
Despite a slowdown of U.S. dairy exports to China, there are four significant reasons for optimism, the former ambassador told USDEC members attending the April board meeting.
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What we do at the U.S. Dairy Export Council
by Margaret Speich April 15, 2016Read More
More than just a sound bite: The "what," "how" and "why" over two decades of U.S. dairy exporting history. -
The Global Dairy Situation in 7 Charts
by Margaret Speich March 1, 2016Read More
Global dairy markets have taken a hit, but U.S. dairy exports are positioned for growth when global production realigns.
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5 Research-Based Strategies to Improve Whey Protein Messaging
by Margaret Speich February 18, 2016Read More
Communication based on science will gradually grow demand.
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Dairy Price Finder App Expands Functionality
by Margaret Speich January 5, 2016Read More
The USDEC Dairy Commodity Price Finder App now offers mobile users a conversion calculator.
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Doing Business in a Disorderly World
by Margaret Speich November 10, 2015Read More
Council on Foreign Relations President Richard Haass takes USDEC members on a fast-paced, forward-looking journey around the globe.
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Exports Q&A with Darigold's Jim Wegner
by Margaret Speich November 3, 2015Read More
The retiring Darigold executive offers his take on global dairy markets and what U.S. suppliers need to do to grow.
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Happy 20th Birthday, U.S. Dairy Export Council
by Margaret Speich October 20, 2015Read More
USDEC has been a unique and fruitful partnership between farmers, processors and USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service.
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U.S. Suppliers Up the Ante for Dairy Sustainability
by Margaret Speich September 29, 2015Read More
Global customers want dairy sustainability. U.S. exporters are providing it by minimizing water use, energy use, greenhouse gas emissions and waste.
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How to Republish Our Blog Posts
by Margaret Speich July 28, 2015Read MoreJust follow five guidelines to put our content on your dairy website.
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Fonterra Botulism Scare Shows Cost of Food Safety Crisis
by Margaret Speich June 11, 2015Read More
USDEC has developed a preparedness plan that will help members protect public health and restore confidence should a crisis occur.
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How U.S. Dairy Farmers' Visual Storytelling 'Wowed' a Business Crowd in Singapore
by Margaret Speich May 12, 2015Read MoreEach USDEC mission has its “aha’ moments when a light bulb goes on over our dairy farmers’ heads. A gasp from a S.E. Asia audience prompted a recent "aha."
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Why SE Asia is Shifting from Oceania to the U.S. for its Dairy Needs
by Margaret Speich April 21, 2015Read MoreA delegation of U.S. farmers and journalists visiting the region see the opportunity for U.S. Dairy and the need for increased on-the-ground presence
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Officially Introducing Our TWO New Websites
by Margaret Speich February 19, 2015Read More
Redesigned usdec.org offers more data, features. Global customers get their own site, ThinkUSAdairy.org
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Welcome to The U.S. Dairy Exporter Blog
by Margaret Speich February 14, 2015Read More
Five (among many) reasons you should subscribe.
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