Lakeland Dairies has raised a glass of the white stuff to mark World School Milk Day 2024.
Wednesday 25th September marks World School Milk Day for 2024 and Lakeland Dairies joined students at schools across the co-op’s catchment area in toasting the greatness of milk which is one of the healthiest and nutritious foods for anyone’s diet.
Cartons of Lakeland Dairies’ award-winning VIVA flavoured milk were distributed at schools in Cavan, Derry and Tyrone with children young and old enjoying the wholesome moo juice.
Commenting on its support of World School Milk Day, Consumer Foods Marketing Manager with Lakeland Dairies Eimear Hanley said:
“As the old adage goes, ‘them bones, them bones need calcium’ so I am delighted for Lakeland Dairies to be taking a leadership role on this hugely important day – World School Milk Day 2024. Milk is a nutrient rich food and is a high source of calcium which helps create strong, healthy bones for children and adults of all ages.
“Milk coming from our 3,200 farm families is the cornerstone of a healthy diet. It is heartening to see the children here in Killeshandra National School drink the Viva Milk with smiles on their faces. The Lakeland Dairies farm families are up at the crack of dawn every day ensuring the milk that is in your fridges and on your tables each morning is top quality and fuels healthy bodies across the country.”
Scientific research reveals that approximately 90% of the human skeleton is formed by age 18, so ensuring children receive the recommended daily intake of calcium is vital to later overall adult health and bone strength.
In line with this research, the Department of Health’s Food Pyramid recommends that children between the ages of five to eight years consume three servings of dairy per day. Whilst nine to 18 years olds are advised to have five servings per day.
