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Dairy exports are up 14% in value, with China seeing a growing hunger for products like whey.
With Explosive Dairy Exports, Could Increased Demand Drive the Dairy Markets Higher into 2021?

Dairy exports are up 14% in value, with China seeing a growing hunger for products like whey. How could that added interest impact dairy prices heading into 2021? U.S. Farm Report roundtables break it down.

Retail Demand for Dairy Products Up 10%
Retail Demand for Dairy Products Up 10%

According to the International Dairy Foods Association, retail demand is up 10%.

Farm Journal Live
Farm Journal Live: McDonald's Chef Highlights Work with Dairy Checkoff

Today on Farm Journal Live, as Dairy Week concludes we talk with a chef from McDonald's shares how he works with the Dairy Checkoff to develop new menu items.

AgriTalk
AgriTalk Dairy Week: Friday Free-For-All Goes Dairy with Dwayne Faber

The Friday Free-For-All takes a dairy twist on today's AgriTalk.

Q&A Series: Market Analysts Share Risk Management Strategies
Q&A Series: Market Analysts Share Risk Management Strategies

Milk futures were off to a roaring start at the beginning of 2020. As COVID-19 made its way to the United States, prices took a major hit.

Salmonella infections commonly appear as gastro-intestinal issues; however, S. Dublin most often presents in calves as a respiratory illness.
Troubleshooting S. Dublin In Dairy Calves

While Salmonella Dublin can be a problem in adult stock, it has increasingly become a health issue affecting the long-term, potential productivity of calves.

Dairy Week Day 5 - Five Can't Miss Speakers
Dairy Week Day 5 - Five Can't Miss Speakers

Check out what we've got in store for day five of Dairy Week!

Chip Flory
AgriTalk Dairy Week: Talking Markets with Mike North

Dairy market analysis with Mike North of Commodity Risk Management Group on AgriTalk PM with Chip Flory

Milk Price Drastically Different Than Beginning of 2020 Due to Market, Government Help
Milk Price Drastically Different Than Beginning of 2020 Due to Market, Government Help

This year has been anything but predictable for dairy prices between dumping milk, the pandemic and price recovery.

Farm Journal Live
Farm Journal Live Dairy Week: Michael Dykes, International Dairy Foods

Today on Farm Journal Live Dairy Week: Michael Dykes of the International Dairy Foods Association.

Alfalfa in windrows.
2020 World Forage Analysis Superbowl Winners Announced

​​​​​​​The World Forage Analysis Superbowl evaluated 266 entries from 16 states and presented awards to top five finishers in eight divisions.

Q&A Series: Nutritionist Discusses Dairy Feeding Strategies
Q&A Series: Nutritionist Discusses Dairy Feeding Strategies

One of the closest relationships a dairy farmer will have is with his dairy nutritionist. 

Ask the Quality Silage Experts: Packing Dry Forage

I’m worried the corn I’ve chopped for silage is too dry. What should I do?

Mastitis Therapy and Prevention at Dryoff

Several dryoff options are available to producers. Learn the best approach to resolve and prevent new infections for your herd.

Dairy Week Day 4 - Here's What You Can't Afford to Miss!
Dairy Week Day 4 - Here's What You Can't Afford to Miss!

Check out what we've got in store for day four of Dairy Week!

Pros and Cons of Harvesting Snaplage

Snaplage might be an option for your operation. Learn the pros and cons of harvesting and feeding snaplage to your herd.

Dairy after Derecho: The Struggle to Get Contractors, Materials
Dairy after Derecho: The Struggle to Get Contractors, Materials

The derecho left its mark on Iowa’s crops but it also impacted livestock producers, especially dairies.

Farm Journal Live
Farm Journal Live Dairy Week: Tom Vilsack - U.S. Dairy Export Council

A look at global sales of U.S. dairy with U.S. Dairy Export Council CEO and former USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack.

AgriTalk Dairy Week: Keeping Cows Comfortable
AgriTalk Dairy Week: Keeping Cows Comfortable

Dr. Gordon Jones shares the latest research in cow comfort for Dairy Week on AgriTalk. Then it's the Farmer Forum with dairy producers Derrick Josi of Oregon and Wisconsin Farm Bureau President Joe Bragger.

Managing E. coli Mastitis: How Clean and Dry Is Enough?

Could E. coli bacteria be causing mastitis problems on your farm? Learn how to avoid this environmental pathogen.

Q&A Series: Producers Compare Notes on Employee Management
Q&A Series: Producers Compare Notes on Employee Management

We recently spoke with two dairy producers to see how they are working to improve employee retention on their operation.

High-Cut Versus Traditional Cut Silage – Which Is Right for You?

Considered harvesting high-cut silage, but never tried it? Learn if this is the right year to try it on your operation.

Dairy Week
Click Here to Join the Dairy Markets Webinar Sept. 30 at 1 p.m.

As milk futures trend higher, can the momentum last? Our Markets webinar will look at the price trends and what it will take to push prices higher into the fall and winter months.

3 Tips for Staying Safe on Top of a Pile

There are necessary reasons to climb on the top of a silage pile or bunker. Before climbing to the peak, keep these safety tips in mind to help prevent falls.

Check Out Our Exciting Lineup for Day 3 of Dairy Week
Check Out Our Exciting Lineup for Day 3 of Dairy Week

Check out what we've got in store for day three of Dairy Week!

Olympic Swimmer, Katie Ledecky, Makes Waves in the Dairy Industry
Olympic Swimmer, Katie Ledecky, Makes Waves in the Dairy Industry

Olympic Gold Medalist Katie Ledecky shares her thoughts on refueling with dairy.

Welcome to Dairy Week

Check out the latest Dairy Week content here.

Farm Journal Live
Farm Journal Live: Alice in Dairyland and Dairy Market Analysis

Today on Farm Journal Live, Alice in Dairyland and dairy market analysis from Mike North as we continue to celebrate Dairy Week.

AgriTalk Live for Dairy Week: Tom Vilsack
AgriTalk Live for Dairy Week: Tom Vilsack

U.S. Dairy Export Council CEO Tom Vilsack joins Chip Flory on AgriTalk for Dairy Week.

Families Unable to Show at Cancelled World Dairy Expo: “Until Next Year”
Families Unable to Show at Cancelled World Dairy Expo: “Until Next Year”

AgDay national reporter, Betsy Jibben, continues our Dairy Week Coverage and introduces us to two families who show every year.

Here’s What to Expect on Day 2 of Dairy Week!
Here’s What to Expect on Day 2 of Dairy Week!

Here’s What to Expect on Day 2 of Dairy Week!

World Dairy Expo: 53 Years of History, Relationships, Energy and Emotions
World Dairy Expo: 53 Years of History, Relationships, Energy and Emotions

Madison, Wis., should be abuzz this week with dairy producers, cattle show exhibitors, companies and organizations coming together to compete, exchange ideas and knowledge and enjoy good company

Join Us Now for Day 1 of Dairy Week
Join Us Now for Day 1 of Dairy Week

Don't miss this exciting week celebrating dairy!

AgriTalk Dairy Week Live
AgriTalk Dairy Week Live

Listen live as we celebrate Dairy Week all week on AgriTalk with Chip Flory: daily at 10 a.m. Central and 2 p.m. Central.

Meet the Taco Bell Dairy Scientist Spurring Dairy Demand
Meet the Taco Bell Dairy Scientist Spurring Dairy Demand

AgDay national reporter, Betsy Jibben, introduces us to the man who helped create some of the most popular food items you can order.

Farm Journal Live
Farm Journal Live - Dairy Week

Farm Journal Live for Dairy Week: Clinton Griffiths hosts dairy industry leaders live at noon Central each day of Dairy Week.