Dairy Business News
Until your needs for the next chapter of transition or retirement are put on paper, there is likely fear about the unknown. Thankfully, it’s easy to navigate with these steps.
The U.S. dairy industry faces a pivotal moment as it contends with both gripping challenges and promising prospects amidst fluctuating global market dynamics.
As 2025 begins, the dairy industry finds itself navigating shifting trade dynamics, volatile markets, and evolving consumer preferences.
Farm CPA Paul Neiffer details the differences between what USDA and the IRS consider as farm income.
As the nation grapples with immigration policy debates, the livelihoods of those within the dairy sector hang in balance, underscoring the urgent need for balanced reform that considers both economic imperatives and humanitarian values.
Spearheaded by U.S. Representatives Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA) and Kim Schrier (D-WA), alongside Senators Roger Marshall (R-KS), Peter Welch (D-VT), Dave McCormick (R-PA), and John Fetterman (D-PA), this bipartisan, bicameral effort aims to allow both unflavored and flavored whole and reduced-fat (2%) milk to be served to students during their school meals.
Complacency happens to our operations when we decide we are simply too busy working in the business to work on the business.
As the dairy industry navigates evolving challenges, the bond between processors and producers is more significant than ever
Many of us start thinking about ways to improve our fitness and health now that the New Year has begun. The usual advice from experts is to get moving. But when it comes to getting financially fit, sitting down might just be your best bet.
2024 was a year that confronted APHIS with new challenges, forcing the agency to find new and creative solutions to animal and plant health threats, says APHIS Administrator Michael Watson.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has unveiled a pivotal final rule that amends the uniform pricing formulas for all eleven Federal milk marketing orders (FMMOs).
Byrne Dairy, a New York dairy company located in Syracuse, is moving forward with a $120 million expansion of its manufacturing facility in Cortlandville.
As we look ahead to the opportunities and challenges of 2025, the USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is once again opening the doors for enrollment in the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program.
Holstein springers again topped out at $4,250/head in Pipestone, Minn. in January, 2025, with other reporting markets also hanging in strong.
The Chief Economist for the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), Peter Vitaliano reflects on the changes he has observed over his tenure and shared his vision for the future of the industry.
The latest USDA American Farms and Ranches at a Glance report offers insights to how row crop growers are making a go of it financially in 2025.
2025 IDFA Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year award winner bridges tradition and innovation.
Navigating the shifting tides into the New Year with milk prices, demand and the outlook on trade.
Turning manure into gold, sticky-fingered Ray Brewer pulled off a twisted agriculture heist.
When Alice and Caleb Crothers returned to the farm in 2015, they faced a steep learning curve and financial pressures, ultimately pivoting to regenerative agriculture to ensure the farm’s survival for future generations.
A decade into the partnership, GenoSource has grown into more than the original partners ever imagined. The dairy now involves eight families, who all love Holsteins and share a goal of creating a more sustainable future for the next generation.
The first trading day of 2025 saw the U.S. dollar hit a two-year high, but the strength of the dollar in 2024 also had a major impact on commodity markets.
Writing and recounting the journeys of dairy farmers from across the nation has been a substantial blessing. These stories are more than just accounts of labor; they are testimonies of passion, ingenuity, and a commitment to a way of life that feeds the nation.
The year 2024 has presented better financial outcomes for the dairy industry compared to the previous year, offering optimism and new opportunities for growth. Two notable dairy producers, Greg Moes of MoDak Dairy in South Dakota and Grant Grinstead with Vir-Clair Farm in Wisconsin, shared their insights on a recent episode of AgriTalk with Davis Michaelson.
Now that harvest is wrapped up and the holidays just past, farmers must redirect some of their time. And, especially with higher milk prices, experts advise to meet with your accountant and lender to conduct tax prep work.
Former Top Producer award winners reveal their management goals for the year ahead.
From trade and deregulation to alternative land uses and cash rent prices, ag economists have no shortage of issues on their radar for 2025.
Phil Plourd, president of Ever.Ag Insights, highlights the complexity in deciphering the USDA’s latest Milk Production report for the second month in succession. The narrative isn’t straightforward when external factors such as geographical variances and animal health issues come into play.
Data from Iowa State and Peoples Company shows farmland values have softened this year, but by how much (and why) might surprise you.
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. For many, however, it is also a period marked by increased stress and mental health challenges. The reality is that the rites and rituals of the season sometimes come with pressures that can be difficult to manage.