The Dairy Commission is an independent state agency set up by statute in 1979 to investigate and participate in studies of problems peculiar to dairy producers in Utah and take action to promote, protect, and stabilize the state dairy industry (Utah Code §4-22-4). Since 1915, the National Dairy Council has led the country in dairy nutrition research, education, and communication and is a nationally recognized leader in educating school children – most recently through its Fuel Up to Play 60 Program. Founded in 1953, the Dairy Council of UT/NV is one of 18 state and regional organizations that works with the national office to conduct research and communicate with media and health professionals. The Dairy Council and Dairy Producers are legally separate entities but for all practical purposes function as a part of the Commission and are an integral part of the financial activity of the Commission” (2010 Financial Statements, page 3).