"Newell's experience in the industry and his commitment to the Dairy Council and our mission of teaching children and adults to make healthy food choices will be instrumental to our success in the upcoming years," said Peggy Biltz, CEO of the organization. "We are on track to achieve our goal of reaching 5 million Californians with healthy eating messages this year, and Newell's support is critical."

Joining the board are processor Jeff Foster, Foster Farms Dairy in Modesto, Calif.; producer Michael Macy, L-Holsteins in Hanford, Calif.; and processor Craig Fulmer, Safeway, Inc. in Walnut Creek, Calif.