The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC), founded in 1995 by Dairy Management Inc., is a non-profit representing U.S. dairy interests globally. Funded by the dairy checkoff program, USDA, and membership dues, it supports producers, processors, cooperatives, and traders. As a leading export accelerator, USDEC aims to enhance global well-being through research and collaboration. It works with industry stakeholders, government, and academia to promote U.S. dairy vitality. USDEC's activities include trade policy, lobbying, and export support to strengthen America's position in international dairy markets. The organization strives to boost industry health while advancing U.S. dairy's global standing and enriching communities worldwide.