The board increased its representation by seven.

Three Austin, Texas, chefs created elaborate grilled cheese sandwiches.

The association handed out scholarships to seven students, with funds totaling $19,000.

New offerings include Fun! Balanced Breaks and two new string cheese flavors.

World Championship Cheese Contest judges include cheese graders, cheese buyers, dairy science professors and researchers from 19 countries.

The organization chooses leaders based on demonstrated business expertise and dedication to dairy.

Hunger, housing and educational initiatives are among the cheese manufacturer's areas of focus.

A look back at the most-read stories from the past 12 months.

State of the industry – the persistent demand for cheese.