2018 September Board Book
California Milk Advisory Board 2316 Orchard Parkway Tracy, CA 95377
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jennifer Giambroni CMAB jgiambroni@cmab.net (209) 690-8244
TWO CALIFORNIA DAIRY STUDENTS SELECTED FOR NEW CALIFORNIA MILK ADVISORY BOARD INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
TRACY, Calif. — July 17, 2018 — Fourth generation dairy producer Tony Lopes of Gustine and
third generation producer Jeremiah Tiemersma of Visalia have been selected to serve as
international interns in a new program from the California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB), the
promotional arm of the state's dairy farmers.
The interns, selected from students enrolled in agriculture-related programs at colleges and
universities throughout the state, were chosen based on academic achievement, their connection
to the industry and a willingness to travel abroad and learn more about international dairy sales
and marketing as well as a plan to work in the California dairy industry in the future.
Over the six-week period, each intern will spend time with in-country CMAB marketing
organizations – Lopes in South Korea and Tiemersma in China – to gain a better understanding
of these markets, consumer buying habits and promotional efforts on behalf of California’s dairy
industry.
“California currently accounts for around 33 percent of all U.S. dairy exports so international
trade is essential for our continued growth. Over the last decade, the CMAB has worked closely
with partners in Asia and Mexico to develop markets for California dairy products. This program
is focused on providing insight into international dairy marketing for future leaders like Tony
and Jeremiah who will work in the dairy business and one day serve on dairy industry boards and
lead industry groups,” said Glenn Millar, Director of International Business Development for the
CMAB.
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