Articles tagged under: dairy
Positive Momentum for Class III Milk
Published May 15, 2024
Rabobank Senior Dairy Analyst Lucas Fuess says the cheese market has been squeezed, supporting Class III milk prices. "What I think has happened lately is a combination of weaker cheddar production coupled with very firm cheese exports," said Fuess. "February…Milk Price Recovery Moderates, But Remains Positive
Published May 9, 2024
The Rabobank quarterly dairy report forecasts global milk production to expand modestly in the third quarter. Low feed costs are expected to improve margins at the farm level. Global dairy demand will likely increase slowly in the second half of…NE Closed to Dairy Cattle Imports Without Permit
Published April 3, 2024
Due to HPAI, Nebraska authorities are now monitoring the movement of dairy cattle into the state. All female breeding cattle coming into Nebraska must obtain a permit from the Nebraska Department of Agriculture. The order is in place through April.No Impact to Human Health or the Milk Supply
Published March 26, 2024
After the USDA confirmed the presence of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a small number of dairy herds, National Milk Producers Federation Executive Vice President for Communications and Industry Relations Alan Bjerga was quick to assure the dairy industry and…AG Gains Protections for Dairy Farm Employees During Litigation
Published March 26, 2024
The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office has reached a temporary injunction with Evergreen Dairy at Paynesville. With this announcement, employees at five facilities in Stearns County and one in Redwood County will be paid while legal action continues. The AG’s Office…Dairy Farm Feedback Sought on Technology
Published January 22, 2024
The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking input from the dairy industry regarding the use of precision technology. Extension Educator Jim Salfer explains. "We're trying to understand what dairy farmers are thinking about from a technology standpoint," said…The End in Sight for SDSU Dairy Farm
Published January 17, 2024
South Dakota State University is shutting down its dairy research and training facility by the end of June. As a result, SDSU plans to cooperate with large dairy farms in the region to provide hands-on experience for its students. Degrees…DMC, DRP Offering a Lifeline
Published January 4, 2024
Dairy Margin Coverage and Dairy Revenue Protection programs have blunted the pain of $15 Class III milk. Ever Ag Insights President Phil Plourd says these programs have had a major impact. "The bottom line is that the steady stream of DMC…Dairy Issues to Resurface in ’24 MN Legislature
Published November 26, 2023
The Walz Administration plans to make dairy policy a priority in the upcoming legislative session. “I’ve had the honor to visit a lot of dairy farms across the state and we know that it’s been difficult for farmers lately," said…