Latest News From Margin Protection Program

DMC Payments Hit Mailboxes Once Again – Here’s What Amount to Expect
DMC Payments Hit Mailboxes Once Again – Here’s What Amount to Expect

Producers have been wired to head to the mailbox this calendar year, as DMC payments have been triggered due to a stretch of low milk income. As expected, another round of DMC payments will hit producer’s mailboxes soon.

Market Analyst Offers Insights into Dairy
Market Analyst Offers Insights into Dairy

Alyssa Badger with HighGround Dairy shares that producers have felt the whiplash milk prices have delivered, swinging from record highs last spring to extreme lows this summer which was caused by a combination of events.

Better Days are Ahead
Better Days are Ahead

Bad times don’t last forever. Neither do good days. The mood of the industry quickly changed from an upbeat tone in 2022 to a sad melancholy note this summer.

June’s Dairy Margin Coverage Payment Sets a New Record
June’s Dairy Margin Coverage Payment Sets a New Record

As predicted, a very large Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) payment is coming to producer’s mailboxes. In fact, June’s DMC income over feed cost calculation set a new record low at just $3.65/cwt.

The Cost of a Farm Bill: 2023 Dairy Priorities
The Cost of a Farm Bill: 2023 Dairy Priorities

The 2018 farm bill was stamped with a $428 billion price tag when the bill was passed. With the bill set to expire on Sept. 30, here's what NMPF is lining up for the 2023 farm bill negotiating table.

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Next Farm Bill: 500-Foot Viewpoint a Must for Dairy

The current Farm Bill is due to expire in 2023. While that may still seem a long way away, unity in the dairy industry to create a 500-foot view will be essential to spell success for dairy with the next Farm Bill.

Risk Management: A Critical Ingredient to Spell Success
Risk Management: A Critical Ingredient to Spell Success

With so much uncertainty swirling on both the income and cost sides of the ledger, Phil Plourd with ever.ag says that's a reason to be proactive about risk management, not complacent.

A Fountain of Hope: Dairy Farmers Address 2022 with an Optimistic Set of Lens
A Fountain of Hope: Dairy Farmers Address 2022 with an Optimistic Set of Lens

Two dairy producers on opposite sides of the country talk about the challenges that face them, how technology will play a role in the future and what excites them about the future of dairy.

In 2019, USDA has paid farmers more than $300 million in DMC payments.
Don’t Miss 2020 Dairy Margin Coverage Program Enrollment

Enrollment for the 2020 Dairy Margin Coverage program ends December 13.

Production growth.
USDA Offers Temporary Changes To DMC Intergenerational Transfer Rule

The production history can be increased up to 5 million pounds.

“That’s one of the things that can actually put money in dairy farmers’ pockets,” he says. “[Congressman] Collin Peterson has said if a dairy farmer hasn’t signed up for the program, they’re out of their mind.” 
Dep. Secretary of Ag: ‘Sign up for Dairy Margin Coverage Program’

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Steve Censky urged dairy farmers to register for the improved program at the Ag Outlook Forum on Sept. 23 in Kansas City, Mo.

Dairy Report: Highest Milk Price Since 2014, CA Dairy Biogas Project
Dairy Report: Highest Milk Price Since 2014, CA Dairy Biogas Project

There’s been some good news about milk prices lately

Dairy Margin Protection Program Repayment Options Available
Dairy Margin Protection Program Repayment Options Available

The USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced that producers who had coverage through MPP-Dairy are eligible to receive a repayment for part of the premiums paid into the program.

A New Direction for Supply Management
A New Direction for Supply Management

As the dairy crisis slogs into its fifth year , there is renewed interest, once again, in some form of supply management.

Dairy Safety Net Program Expected in June

A new federal program to help hard-pressed dairy farmers is expected to be ready for enrollment in June 2019, as farmers undergo their fifth year of low milk prices that have driven thousands out of business.

A new federal program to help hard-pressed dairy farmers is expected to be ready for enrollment in June 2019, as farmers undergo their fifth year of low milk prices that have driven thousands out of business.
Dairy Safety Net Program Expected in June

A new federal program to help hard-pressed dairy farmers is expected to be ready for enrollment in June 2019, as farmers undergo their fifth year of low milk prices that have driven thousands out of business.

Cows exiting a parlor.
Dairy Margin Coverage Program FAQs

Many dairy producers are hopeful that the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program through the 2018 Farm Bill will provide a better safety net.

The Dairy Margin Coverage Program provides producers with protection from low milk prices and depressed dairy margins.
Eight Questions About the Dairy Margin Coverage Program

The government shutdown created some confusion about this program and its implementation.

Farm Bill Could Help Farmers Weather Low Milk, Other Commodity Prices
Farm Bill Could Help Farmers Weather Low Milk, Other Commodity Prices

Dairy farmers have a stronger safety net against low milk prices and high feed costs under the new federal farm bill, and more federal dollars will be spent to spur international trade of American agricultural products.

 Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) says her No. 1 priority is getting the farm bill implemented.
Farm Bill Has Support of Dairy Groups for Risk Management Programs

The upgrades offered by the new Dairy Margin Coverage program finally offer a level playing field for dairy producers.

Sen. Gillibrand Asks Trump to Help Dairy Farmers with Farm Bill Funds
Sen. Gillibrand Asks Trump to Help Dairy Farmers with Farm Bill Funds

Sen. Kristen Gillibrand is imploring fellow New Yorker and President Donald Trump to only support Farm Bill legislation that aids dairy farmers by refunding Dairy Margin Protection Program payments.

Unlike the Margin Protection Program (MPP), the Dairy Revenue Protection program is revenue-based, not margin-based.
New Dairy Revenue Protection Builds Off Success of Crop Insurance

A new dairy revenue protection (DRP) program launched this year. U.S. Farm Report sat down with one of the program of the creator to see how the program works and how it differs from MPP.

Dairy Industry Would Rather Resolve Trade than Receive Aid

Dairy industry would rather resolve trade tensions than receive government payments.

Dairy Industry Would Rather Resolve Trade than Receive Aid
Dairy Industry Would Rather Resolve Trade than Receive Aid

Dairy industry would rather resolve trade tensions than receive government payments.

Milk prices insurance through Dairy Revenue Protection from the American Farm Bureau Federation is available as of Oct. 9
How Much Will Dairy Revenue Protection Cost?

Milk prices insurance through Dairy Revenue Protection from the American Farm Bureau Federation is available as of Oct. 9

Dairy Forward Pricing Program Expires

'Proprietary handlers establishing new forward contracts on or after October 1, 2018 will not be exempt from paying minimum Federal order prices.' --USDA 

'Proprietary handlers establishing new forward contracts on or after October 1, 2018 will not be exempt from paying minimum Federal order prices.' --USDA 
Dairy Forward Pricing Program Expires

'Proprietary handlers establishing new forward contracts on or after October 1, 2018 will not be exempt from paying minimum Federal order prices.' --USDA 

Dairy Revenue Protection Webinar Slated for Friday, Sept. 28
Dairy Revenue Protection Webinar Slated for Friday, Sept. 28

A webinar on the new Dairy Revenue Protection program, hosted by American Farm Bureau Federation with featured presenter AFBF Chief Economist John Newton, is slated for Friday, Sept. 28, 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. Central.

Wisconsin dairy farmers received nearly a quarter of all MPP payments in 2018 thus far.
Wisconsin Leads in 2018 Dairy MPP Payments

Midwest and Northeast dairy states receive bulk of dairy Margin Protection Payments.

Milk tanker truck arriving at farm.
Average Dairy MPP Payment $6,650--So Far

More than 21,000 dairy farmers have signed up for the 2018 MPP.

The House of Representatives has passed its version of the farm bill and it contains several changes that will benefit dairy farmers.
Dairy Groups Pleased with House Farm Bill Vote

The House of Representatives has passed its version of the farm bill and it contains several changes that will benefit dairy farmers.

USDA has paid more than $192 million in MPP payments year to date.
USDA Issues Another $100 Million in MPP Payments, Extends Enrollment

While issuing another $100 million in back-payments for the Margin Protection Program, the USDA extended the MPP enrollment deadline to ensure dairy farmers have every opportunity to join if they want to.

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Small Dairy Farms Would Get 50% Discount with Senate Farm Bill

For those farms shipping less than 2 million lb of milk annually, the margin premiums would be discounted 50%.

USDA will begin issuing MPP payments this week for farmers who have enrolled in the program.
Net 2018 Dairy MPP Payments Could Exceed $6,000 for 100-Cow Herd

MPP payments could add $60 per cow to net income in 2018.

USDA offices in Washington, DC.
USDA Extends Dairy MPP Sign-up Until June 8

USDA will also begin issuing MPP indemnity payments this week for producers who enrolled.

For Some, New MPP Makes Plenty of Cents
For Some, New MPP Makes Plenty of Cents

Farmers have until June 1 to make new MPP coverage elections. MPP coverage will be retroactive to January 2018.

Dairy Farmers Gain Margin Protection Before New Farm Bill Passes
Dairy Farmers Gain Margin Protection Before New Farm Bill Passes

A new milk price safety net for dairy producers is in place. To take part farmers must rush to their local USDA farm service center.

Farmers must sign-up for 2018 MPP coverage by June 1, even if they had enrolled last fall.
Sign-up Deadline for 2018 Dairy Margin Protection Program is June 1

MPP indemnities for February and March are well over $1/cwt for $8 margin coverage.

AgriTalk: Three Dairy Amendments to Watch in Farm Bill Debate
AgriTalk: Three Dairy Amendments to Watch in Farm Bill Debate

Jim Dickrell speaks with AgriTalk about potential House Farm Bill dairy amendments.

AFBF Unveils Dairy Revenue Protection Plan
AFBF Unveils Dairy Revenue Protection Plan

Dairy farmers have another option for risk-management with a new insurance product being offered by American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF).

AFBF Unveils Dairy Revenue Protection Plan
AFBF Unveils Dairy Revenue Protection Plan

Dairy farmers have another option for risk-management with a new insurance product being offered by American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF).

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach to partner in providing updated information to dairy producers.
Webinar to Update Dairy Producers on Margin Protection Program

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach to partner in providing updated information to dairy producers.

Margin Protection Program: Understanding the Changes, Webinar Offered
Margin Protection Program: Understanding the Changes, Webinar Offered

To learn more about the revised Dairy Milk Protection Program (MPP) producers are invited to attend the upcoming webinar on May 2, 2018 at 11:30 a.m.

Republicans passed the farm bill out of the House Agriculture Committee over objections from Democrats.
Farm Bill Clears House Committee on Partisan Vote

Despite vocal opposition from Democrats on the panel, a Republican draft of the farm bill was passed out of the House Agriculture Committee Wednesday on a party line vote.

Changes included modify the safety net programs further, rename the MPP program and change the price formula for Class I.
House Farm Bill Includes Several Major Changes for Dairy

Changes included modify the safety net programs further, rename the MPP program and change the price formula for Class I.

A dairy cow at the Foremost Dairy Research Farm grazes on fescue pasture with a mix of legumes.
Dairy’s Headwinds Discussed at Central Plains Dairy Expo

Dairy producers have a lot on their minds, and Michelle Rook is at the Central Plains Dairy Expo talking MPP, immigration and low milk prices.

Members of the Senate and Congress are applauding the changes to MPP-Dairy that should bring much needed relief to dairy farmers who utilize the program.
Dairy MPP Enrollment Opens April 9, Offers Better Coverage

Members of the Senate and Congress are applauding the changes to MPP-Dairy that should bring much needed relief to dairy farmers who utilize the program.

Dairy Margin Protection Program will have program payments in February.
Dairy Margins Fall to 20-Month Low

Dairy Margin Protection Program will have program payments in February.

Dairy MPP Worth a Second Look
Dairy MPP Worth a Second Look

It appears the reduced premiums, monthly calculations and weak milk futures prices in 2018 will combine to offer some risk management for smaller producers.

The “Dairy Farm Sustainability Act” would create a price floor for milk and would trigger payments when prices drop.
Dairy Price Floor Program Proposed by Senator

The “Dairy Farm Sustainability Act” would create a price floor for milk and would trigger payments when prices drop.