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Cuba Turns to World Food Program for Milk Supply as Crisis Deepens
Cuba Turns to World Food Program for Milk Supply as Crisis Deepens

Cuba on Monday confirmed it had sought help from the World Food Program to guarantee the supply of subsidized powdered milk for children.

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China Expected to be Growth Engine for Global Cheese Trade

China’s annual per capita cheese consumption sits at 0.2 kg., or less than half a pound. However, this number is projected to see growth with the Chinese cheese market seeing a healthy pipeline of investment activity.

USDA Awards Funds to Help Expand Export Markets for U.S. Food and Ag Products
USDA Awards Funds to Help Expand Export Markets for U.S. Food and Ag Products

USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service announces more than $203 million to nearly 70 agricultural organizations to help expand export markets via the Market Access Program and Foreign Market Development program. 

Mexico’s Dairy Demand to Grow in 2024
Mexico’s Dairy Demand to Grow in 2024

A growing population and an increase in consumer purchasing power in Mexico will support U.S. exports

China’s Weakening Economic Growth Impacts Dairy
China’s Weakening Economic Growth Impacts Dairy

Estimates call for slower growth going forward in the world’s second-largest economy.

NMPF and USDEC Commend Significant New Investment in Export Market Promotion
NMPF and USDEC Commend Significant New Investment in Export Market Promotion

NMPF and USDEC praised the announcement from the USDA that it plans to devote $2.3 billion to promoting better market opportunities for U.S. agricultural producers and expanding food aid.

A Bright Future Ahead for Cooperatives Working Together
A Bright Future Ahead for Cooperatives Working Together

Launched in 2003, the Cooperatives Working Together (CWT) program is designed to promote the sale of U.S. dairy products to oversee customers and a program that NMPF says moves a billion lbs. of product annually.

One-on-One Conversation About Exports with DMI Chair, Marilyn Hershey
One-on-One Conversation About Exports with DMI Chair, Marilyn Hershey

Dairy farmer and DMI chair, Marilyn Hershey says it’s vital to maintain those that help solidify the value of U.S. dairy products. Exports have grown over the past twenty years from 4 percent to around 20 percent.

What’s Ahead for the Remainder of 2023 for Dairy?
What’s Ahead for the Remainder of 2023 for Dairy?

At the farmgate, recent milk checks have been downright ugly for many producers across the U.S., with revenues well below production costs in a challenging year. But what’s ahead for the remainder of 2023?

Troubled Waters: Dairy Producers Look to Alternative Profit Sources to Stay Afloat
Troubled Waters: Dairy Producers Look to Alternative Profit Sources to Stay Afloat

With the milk price not looking promising compared to last year, Ben Laine says that taking advantage of some opportunities elsewhere will help producers push past what we hope is the bottom of the milk market in 2023.

Dairy Exports Facing Headwinds in 2023
Dairy Exports Facing Headwinds in 2023

With the U.S. dairy exports documenting their worst year-over-year decline in four years, Ben Laine with Terrain says the headwinds facing dairy exports side of the equation is what concerns him the most right now.

Minnesota Dairy Farmer Shares His Experience Representing U.S. Dairy in Southeast Asia
Minnesota Dairy Farmer Shares His Experience Representing U.S. Dairy in Southeast Asia

Dairy farmer Charles Krause traveled to Southeast Asia where he and fellow dairy producers learned more about how the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) mission has helped increase demand for U.S. dairy products.

U.S. Trade with the World Rose in March
U.S. Trade with the World Rose in March

Exports rose 2.1% in March from the prior month to a seasonally adjusted $256.2 billion while imports declined 0.3% to $320.4 billion, the Commerce Department said.

Fueled by Passion and Commitment, Dairy Exports Grow
Fueled by Passion and Commitment, Dairy Exports Grow

One reason dairy exports showcased record values in 2022 and overcome hefty challenges like inflations and supply chain hiccups was because of the steadfast passion and commitment backed behind it.

Dairy Max Forges NIL Deals with Collegiate Athletes
Dairy Max Forges NIL Deals with Collegiate Athletes

While the NCAA rules regarding the NCAA name, image, and likeness (NIL) policies have caused a controversy, this monumental shift presents an incredible opportunity for brands to target a wide demographic of consumers.

A New, Exciting Vision for Dairy
A New, Exciting Vision for Dairy

Seizing opportunities ahead and navigating challenges, Michael Dykes, the president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) sees the glass full—optimistic about IDFA’s new vision for dairy.

Brazil Confirms BSE Case, Halts Exports to China
Brazil Confirms BSE Case, Halts Exports to China

Brazil's beef exports to China will be halted starting Thursday after a case of mad cow disease was confirmed in the northern state of Para, the country's agriculture and livestock ministry said on Wednesday.

Dairy Report: A Record Year for Dairy Exports
Dairy Report: A Record Year for Dairy Exports

U.S. dairy exports hit new volume and value records again last year.

U.S. Dairy Exports Crosses $9 Billion
U.S. Dairy Exports Crosses $9 Billion

Despite challenges, U.S. dairy exports set new volume and value records again in 2022. Export volume in 2022 reached an all-time high. Following suite, export value finished the year up 25% to $9.6 billion.

Top 10 Stories of 2022: China Turns to Uruguay for Dairy
Top 10 Stories of 2022: China Turns to Uruguay for Dairy

We're counting down the top stories of 2022. Taking the #9 spot is: China Turns to Uruguay for Dairy

France Edges Out Argentina in Dairy
France Edges Out Argentina in Dairy

When it comes to dairy, France may have the edge on Argentina, but when it comes to soccer, Argentina has proven that it has the edge on France. Here's why.

USDEC’s CEO, Krysta Harden, Talks About Her Passion for Youth and 4-H
USDEC’s CEO, Krysta Harden, Talks About Her Passion for Youth and 4-H

Krysta Harden shares her decades of participation with 4-H and program that has changed over the decades, with more than half now coming from suburban and urban areas.

One-on-One with U.S. Dairy Export Council’s CEO, Krysta Harden
One-on-One with U.S. Dairy Export Council’s CEO, Krysta Harden

President and CEO of the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC), Krysta Harden shares that even through the toughest of times, U.S. dairy exports grew, and she believes that number will continue to rise. 

U.S. Set to Host the World Dairy Summit for the First Time in 30 Years
U.S. Set to Host the World Dairy Summit for the First Time in 30 Years

At a moment when U.S. dairy exports are increasing, the light shines big on the United States, as it was announced the International Dairy Federation (IDF) World Dairy Summit will be held in Chicago Oct. 16-19, 2023.

Foreign Carriers Offered Loophole to Leave U.S. Ports Without Goods, Despite Active Legislation
Foreign Carriers Offered Loophole to Leave U.S. Ports Without Goods, Despite Active Legislation

Congressmen who penned the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022 are calling on the Federal Maritime Commission to mend the gap and provide "reasonable opportunities" for U.S. exporters to get their goods to foreign markets.

China’s Appetite for Consumer Dairy Products Grows
China’s Appetite for Consumer Dairy Products Grows

China’s appetite for some dairy products has grown as consumers look to value-added products and the country’s pork industry recovers following devastating outbreaks of African swine fever that began in 2018.

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China Turns to Uruguay for Dairy

Angered at New Zealand for its comments on Taiwan, Beijing looks elsewhere to fill whole milk powder needs.

Trucker Blockade Shuts Major California Seaport for Second Day
Trucker Blockade Shuts Major California Seaport for Second Day

Truckers protesting California's new "gig worker" law blockaded the state's third-busiest seaport for a second day on Thursday, stalling agricultural exports and threatening to worsen U.S. supply chain backups.

Labor Contract Negotiations Continue Past Deadline at Some of America's Most Important Ports
Labor Contract Negotiations Continue Past Deadline at Some of America's Most Important Ports

U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh remained optimistic about contract negotiations between workers and shipping companies for some of the country’s most important ports, even as talks extend past a previous deadline.

Venezuela Dairy Industry Slowly Bouncing Back
Venezuela Dairy Industry Slowly Bouncing Back

Dairy consumption in the South American country is still only half of what it was in 2008

Dairy Exports Reach Second Highest Monthly Value
Dairy Exports Reach Second Highest Monthly Value

U.S. dairy exports grew 1% on a milk solids equivalent basis in April, setting a new volume record for the month. The growth was modest, but the value of those exports marked the second-highest monthly value ever.

John Phipps: China's Zero-Covid Policy Isn't New, It Actually Has a Gruesome Precedent
John Phipps: China's Zero-Covid Policy Isn't New, It Actually Has a Gruesome Precedent

The zero-Covid strategy by the Chinese government is slowing their economy. In a rare admission, officials have lowered their GDP growth estimate, almost totally based on cities that aren’t working, especially ports.

John Phipps: Why the Long-Awaited Transpolar Shipping Route Could Now Be Reality by 2050
John Phipps: Why the Long-Awaited Transpolar Shipping Route Could Now Be Reality by 2050

Estimates of when new routes will be regular shipping lanes keep advancing. It looks like the long-awaited transpolar shipping route could be a real thing around 2050. John Phipps explains why and the possible impact

A Push by Vilsack to Make USMCA a True Victory for U.S. Dairy
A Push by Vilsack to Make USMCA a True Victory for U.S. Dairy

Despite the U.S. winning its first challenge over dairy with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement agreement in January, Secretary of Agriculture said he is not satisfied with the market access into Canada for dairy products.

South American Exporters Having Trouble Moving Product to Russia
South American Exporters Having Trouble Moving Product to Russia

Dairy exporters from Argentina and Uruguay are looking for new dairy markets to offset the loss of the Russian market.

USDEC’s Harden Testifies on Farm Bill Trade Title at House Agriculture Subcommittee Hearing
USDEC’s Harden Testifies on Farm Bill Trade Title at House Agriculture Subcommittee Hearing

Krysta Harden, President and CEO of the U.S. Dairy Export Council, today called on Congress and the administration to support a number of specific policy proposals that will help grow U.S. dairy exports.

China Can't Control Latest COVID-19 Outbreak, and It Could Now Constrict Containers at World's Busiest Port
China Can't Control Latest COVID-19 Outbreak, and It Could Now Constrict Containers at World's Busiest Port

The commodity markets came under pressure to start the week as traders tried to shed risk over shipping concerns in China as COVID-19 concerns caused officials to shut down transportation amid a two-pronged lockdown.

U.S. Trade Tactics to Evolve with China's Infrastructure Plan
U.S. Trade Tactics to Evolve with China's Infrastructure Plan

With the U.S. on the back end of COVID-19 and the conflict between Russia and Ukraine unraveling, USTR Katherine Tai says her office is currently focused on three themes: resilience, sustainability and competition.

U.S. December Exports to China Drop, Cementing 'Phase 1' Purchases Shortfall
U.S. December Exports to China Drop, Cementing 'Phase 1' Purchases Shortfall

U.S. goods exports to China fell in December, cementing a $45 billion increase in the 2021 U.S.-China trade deficit and a major two-year shortfall in Beijing's purchase commitments under the "Phase 1" trade deal.

Will The USDA Pop-Up Site Solve The Clogged Ports Issue?
Will The USDA Pop-Up Site Solve The Clogged Ports Issue?

Rep. Garamendi says the USDA partnership with the Port of Oakland “isn’t going to solve the problem” because shippers deliver product to the U.S. and leave ports with empty containers.

New Formation of Dairy Exports Working Group Could Help Identify Supply Chain Issues Hampering Exports
New Formation of Dairy Exports Working Group Could Help Identify Supply Chain Issues Hampering Exports

The International Dairy Foods Association, the Port of Los Angeles, and CMA CGM, announced the formation of a Dairy Exports Working Group aimed at identifying and addressing dairy supply chain issues.

Dairy Report: Exports to Canada Continue to Rise
Dairy Report: Exports to Canada Continue to Rise

Canada’s milk supply has been on the rise, but export demand for U.S. dairy products remains strong.

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Dairy Exporter Fonterra to Invest $2.7 Bln to Grow, Cut Emissions

Fonterra Co-Operative Group Ltd, the world's biggest dairy exporter, said on Monday it would invest about NZ$4 billion ($2.72 billion) by 2030 to move milk into higher value products, pursue growth, and reduce emissions.

Despite Supply Chain Chaos, Dairy Exports On Track to Hit a New Record in 2021
Despite Supply Chain Chaos, Dairy Exports On Track to Hit a New Record in 2021

The hunger for dairy products internationally is on pace to set new records in 2021, much of that due to China. Supply chain hurdles haven’t curbed the record demand so far, and experts say that's been no easy feat.

Dairy Report: Dairy Exports Forecast Up Nearly $2 Billion
Dairy Report: Dairy Exports Forecast Up Nearly $2 Billion

Next year could be a big year for dairy exports with the forecast up nearly $2 billion.

Hurry Up and Wait: Supply Chain Struggles Continue
Hurry Up and Wait: Supply Chain Struggles Continue

IHS Markit’s Ken Ericksen joins AgriTalk to share supply chain discussions while Leprino Foods’ Mike Durkin gives testimony at House Ag Committee hearing to emphasize dairy export issues.

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U.S., China Container Shipping Rates Plummet 50%, Backlog of Unfilled Orders Grows

As backlogs at U.S. ports and climbing shipping rates plague the supply chain, new data shows container shipping rates between the U.S and China are dropping by more than 50% in  just a month. 

Consumers Find Comfort in Ice Cream and Butter During Pandemic as USDA Shows Dairy Demand Hit New High
Consumers Find Comfort in Ice Cream and Butter During Pandemic as USDA Shows Dairy Demand Hit New High

Dairy demand continues to be a bright spot for the dairy industry. While climbing costs, issues with inflation and labor woes continue to mount, demand has been the one constant the past 12 months.

Here are the Factors that Could Support or Mute Milk Prices into 2022
Here are the Factors that Could Support or Mute Milk Prices into 2022

As dairy producers face higher costs, export demand is the bright spot. Mike North and Ben Laine will explore the direction of the milk markets during a live taping of U.S. Farm Report from Wold Dairy Expo on Thursday.

Despite Logistical Challenges, Dairy Exports Manage to Reach New Highs
Despite Logistical Challenges, Dairy Exports Manage to Reach New Highs

COVID-19 is spurring complications across the U.S. dairy supply chain, curtailing domestic demand and export flows during a time of record milk production.