Articles tagged under: milk
AMPI Discontinues Production at Two Plants
Published November 4, 2019
Due to a decline in dairy farm numbers and milk production in the region, Associated Milk Producers, Incorporated is shutting down two of its plants. Those facilities are the Rochester, Minnesota cheese plant and the Arlington, Iowa nonfat dry milk…Little Change for June Milk Output
Published July 23, 2019
In the 24 major dairy states, June milk production totaled more than 17 billion pounds. That’s up just a fraction of one percent from last year. In Minnesota, milk output increased one percent from last year. At the same time,…Consumers Face Misconceptions about Food
Published June 20, 2019
Consumers may not be getting accurate information about what they eat. Dr. Nina Shapiro, who has written a book about medical myths and exaggerated health claims, cites the hype over alternative milk beverages. "Plant-based beverages, such as soy milk or…Dairy Promotion Focuses on Demand and Consumer Trust
Published June 5, 2019
During a time of low milk prices, the dairy checkoff program plays a vital role in helping dairy farmers. According to Midwest Dairy Association CEO Lucas Lentsch, the promotional pieces are focused on building dairy demand and increasing trust among…Restoring Faith in the System
Published May 20, 2019
A government shutdown following the signing of the 2018 Farm Bill delayed implementation of the new Dairy Margin Coverage Program. Five months later, Associated Milk Producers Incorporated Vice President of Public Affairs Sarah Schmidt says AMPI members are starting to…Ag Outlook Conference: Record Meat Production
Published February 25, 2019
U.S. meat production is projected to break new records this year. Commercial beef production for 2019 is forecast to increase three percent to 27.6 billion pounds. That would break the previous record set in 2002. Commercial pork production is projected…NMPF Seeks FDA Action on Labeling Dispute
Published October 31, 2018
The National Milk Producers Federation is again urging the FDA to end deceptive labeling. In particular, the dairy industry wants the government to prevent plant-based beverages from using the term ‘milk.’ A new study commissioned by Dairy Management Inc. found…Meat and Dairy Forecasts Mixed in USDA Report
Published October 11, 2018
The forecast for 2018 red meat and poultry production declined from last month. According to the October USDA report, beef production dropped due to an expected decline in fourth quarter slaughter. Carcass weights were also down due to more cows…Dairy Revenue Protection Insurance Now Available
Published October 9, 2018
Effective October 9, Dairy Revenue Protection insurance is available. This insurance product was developed by the American Farm Bureau Federation and is backed by the Federal Crop Insurance program. This policy provides risk management protection, picking up the difference between…