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Dairy producers should expect some impact from the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Labor is a top concern for dairies. Business experts say the ability to fill agricultural jobs will continue to be a challenge, but illustrates a few trends that may make it a bit easier than the last two years.

Working to make continuous improvements to their dairy – in terms of developing a functional cow that makes sense for the current market – has allowed Rosy-Lane Holsteins to remain optimistic.

Cheddar stole the show, settling nearly 11% higher to an all-time high average price of $2.96 per lb.

Class III milk closed with a strong session as futures months were up 5 to 27 cents.

JPMorgan voices concern that a spike in energy prices from the Russia-Ukraine crisis would hinder the economy. Dairy producers are wondering how much more inputs will rise, as a $20 plus milk check only goes so far.

Entering a five-year partnership, the national dairy checkoff organization have teamed up with the Mayo Clinic to conduct research to improve public health and advance consumer knowledge of dairy’s benefits.