Arla Foods Ghana, producers of Dano Milk, has launched a month-long initiative to provide free milk to about 42,000 senior high school students across the Central Region. 

The programme forms part of activities marking this year’s World Milk Day celebration and underscores the company’s commitment to improving nutrition and promoting healthy living among the youth.

The initiative is expected to support students’ well-being while raising awareness about the importance of good dietary habits.

Observed globally on June 1, World Milk Day was celebrated this year on the theme: “Feed Life – Enabling Good Food Choices that Make Life Better”

The theme aligns with Arla Foods’ mission of making nutritious, high-quality dairy products accessible to more people while encouraging healthier lifestyles.
 

Essential nutrients

Speaking at the celebration at Aggrey Memorial AME Zion Senior High School in Cape Coast, the company’s Production Manager, Lawrence Pareson, said milk remained one of nature’s most complete foods, providing essential nutrients that support growth, strengthen bones and contribute to overall well-being.

“Milk is more than just a drink. It is a rich source of nutrition that fuels potential, supports healthy development and helps communities thrive,” he said.

Beyond the milk distribution programme, Arla Foods also launched a fitness challenge involving 12 senior high schools across the Central Region. 

The initiative seeks to inspire students to combine healthy eating with physical activity as part of a balanced lifestyle.

Mr Pareson encouraged students to embrace nutritious foods as they worked towards their academic and personal goals, while also commending teachers for their role in shaping lifelong healthy habits.