Membership
Why ADPI

ADPI
The Value of ADPI Membership
ADPI’s expertise is supporting and representing its members. Focusing on milk and whey-based ingredients and related products, ADPIAmerican Dairy Products Institute More members represent the entire supply chain of the dairy ingredient sector. We strive to help our members grow the dairy ingredients business and related markets.
ADPIAmerican Dairy Products Institute More membership is open to organizations involved in the dairy industry, subject to Board approval. Membership dues and benefits vary by category.

At ADPI, we help align goals, create standards and do all we can to allow the dairy industry and our members to focus on what they do best: creating innovative products made with standardized ingredients that feed the world.
Bringing People Together.
Where the Dairy
Industry does
Business
Where the Dairy Industry Does Business
A significant advantage of an ADPIAmerican Dairy Products Institute More membership is the extensive networking opportunities it offers and our ability to bring people together. The dairy industry is vast and diverse, and building connections with other professionals can lead to collaborations, partnerships, and career advancements.
Making Connections
Making Connections
ADPIAmerican Dairy Products Institute More organizes various industry events where members can interact with colleagues, suppliers, customers, and potential business partners. In addition to in-person events and trade shoes, ADPIAmerican Dairy Products Institute More provides an online platform where members can connect, join discussion forums, share insights, and network with peers. The online community is a valuable resource for staying connected.
Future-proofing
the industry
Future-Proofing the Industry
Employees from member organizations support efforts to strengthen and grow the industry through volunteer opportunities that drive collaboration, engagmeent, and connecting with universities and colleges. Volunteers serve on committees, task forces, and groups that focus on advancing discussions and identifying key priorities. Additionally, individuals can volunteer as ADPI Ambassadors to provide career spotlights on college campuses and serve as one-on-one mentors.
Setting the Standard.
Unleashing the
Power of dairy
ingredients
Unleashing the Power of Dairy Ingredients
ADPI is committed to the development of dairy ingredient standards and specifications that drive the development and use of dairy ingredients while ensuring product qualityFocus on doing things well and producing a product acceptable to consumers More and consistency. ADPIAmerican Dairy Products Institute More advocates for policies that support the dairy industry, including trade agreements and food safetyFocus on avoiding bad events and harm to consumers. More regulations.
Ingredient Resources
Ingredient Resources
ADPI provides a variety of technical resources to reference and utilize when it comes to the production and use of dairy ingredients, including Application and Functionality Guides and Ingredient Bulletins. Resources are reviewed and developed regularly.
Insights & Information
Insights & Information
On an annual and monthly basis, ADPIAmerican Dairy Products Institute More produces various reports that provide in-depth analysis of the dairy industry. These publications cover topics such as market forecasts and ingredient production and utilization data, granting access to a wealth of industry insights and information, keeping members regularly updated.
Leading the Way.
professional development
Professional Development
A primary benefit of an ADPIAmerican Dairy Products Institute More membership is access to a wide range of training and professional development opportunities that build and enhance the skills and knowledge of members, ensuring they stay competitive and up-to-date with industry advancements. Our annual conference, seminars, educational webinars, and training courses cover the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in the dairy. industry.
DairyU:
Training Resources
DairyU
ADPI offers specialized training resources tailored to various aspects of the dairy industry. From short-form videos to handbooks, guides and processing diagrams, these resources are created by subject matter experts and cover topics such as processing and applications, qualityFocus on doing things well and producing a product acceptable to consumers More control, product innovation, regulatory compliance, and market trends. Members can access these resources at any time to gain practical knowledge and skills that apply directly to their work.
Center of Excellence:
Subject Matter Experts
Center of Excellence:
Subject Matter Experts as Consultants
ADPI is pleased to offer a network of experienced dairy industry professionals serving as subject matter experts capable of addressing a wide range of topics as a key resource to ADPI Member organizations. Center of Excellence members act as consultants to engage on specific questions or challenges.