Dairy Herd
The third round of disaster aid payments through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program is the largest amount appropriated by Congress. USDA Deputy Undersecretary Brooke Appleton says those payments are being prepared now.
This is the 2025 dairy industry. Short on certainty. Long on volatility. Sharp management is more crucial than ever.
At the heart of an emerging trend is the elevated fat content in U.S. farm milk, which has surpassed the requirements for cheese manufacturing and led to an oversupplied cream market.
Butter prices climbed to $2.51 per lb. on the heaviest trading day since March as markets eye upcoming reports for clues on tight supplies.
A pair of auctions resulted in a record-breaking, low-hour, used Case IH swather sale and strong returns on a trio of high-hour John Deere machines. Learn how the Machinery Pete Ratio can help you know when you should buy or walk away from the deal.
There’s an innovative new way to potentially monitor the digestive activity, environmental impact, and health of dairy cows – and it’s as simple as breathing.
Dairy producers argue that a proposed ban on the expansion of dairy farms beyond 700 cows in New York state would stifle both new and existing farms.
Protecting the future performance of the herd starts with cooling the cows who are carrying it.
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When summer turns up the heat, it’s time to turn up the cool for cows to protect milk production and animal health.
Navigating the world of health insurance can be daunting, especially for farmers and small business owners. Here’s an explanation of several options that might work for you.
Growth, innovation and export opportunities await
A federal court ruled Wednesday that an emergency law does not provide President Trump with unilateral authority to impose tariffs on nearly every country. The interruption was short-lived after a federal appeals court granted the Trump administration’s request to temporarily pause a lower-court ruling.
It’s important to check in with ourselves and others as mental health is just as important as physical health.
As the dairy industry stands at this critical inflection point, the level of new investments and innovative market developments offer a promising glimpse into its future.
Strong global demand, especially for butter, is fueling a post-holiday rally in dairy markets, pushing Class IV milk futures back above $20 and lifting cheese and powder prices across the board.
What a cow eats and how she’s cared for before calving can shape her calf’s health, resilience and productivity for years to come.
A progressive step is expected to enhance market access for U.S. dairy producers, signaling a positive trend in dissolving non-tariff barriers, a commitment upheld by the Trump administration.
Cattle are naturally foragers, but not everything they consume is naturally good for them.
The 100,000-square-foot addition, expected to double the plant’s production capacity, is another indicator of the state’s growing dairy industry.
Dairy markets rallied strongly this week, led by a sharp jump in butter prices and gains in Class III and IV futures, despite declines in global milk powder prices.
The start of June could bring high heat and drier weather, which is a stark contrast from the forecast for the last week of May.
The butter price has the potential to increase as fundamentals become supportive. Higher milk production will require increased demand to maintain or improve milk prices.
Results from Farm Journal’s State of the Dairy Industry 2025 report shine hope.
Dairy markets diverged ahead of the holiday weekend, with cheese prices falling sharply while butter surged to three-month highs on tighter cream supplies and strong exports.
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are reshaping dairy demand by curbing cravings for processed, fatty, and sugary products, fueling a rise in protein-rich, low-fat options.
Daisy Brand has officially broken ground on a new $676 million dairy processing facility in Boone, Iowa, marking the company’s largest expansion to date.
A transformation is unfolding with geographic shifts, milk solids and revenue streams
Ahead of the 109th Indianapolis 500, drivers have made their traditional milk selections — whole, 2% or fat-free — for a chance to take part in one of racing’s most iconic victory celebrations.
As engines rev and anticipation climaxes, all eyes will inevitably turn to the winner’s circle, where another page of tradition will turn with a splash, courtesy of passionate dairy farmers
Working to confront mental health challenges in agricultural communities and the associated stigma, Rural Minds provides support through information and resources.