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Even Federal Milk Marketing Orders could be affected, says Cornell economist.

The groups note that expenditures for animal health are just 7% of those spent on human health initiatives.

Congressional Budget Office estimates the amendment would save $100 million more than the Dairy Security Act.

The groups are most concerned with unfettered access to U.S. markets by Fonterra, New Zealand’s large dairy company.

Revamped website includes resources for members of the dairy industry and milk facts for consumers.

Co-op also says the dairy title of the next farm bill should include risk management tools for dairy producers.

Competition produces winners from across the U.S.

Japan’s entry could offer more access for U.S. dairy exports. But it also could slow the negotiation process, now in its 16th round.

When I saw the title for this month’s discussion on risk management, my mind jumped to milk futures and feed prices. But the more I thought about it, there is more at risk than one year’s profit-and-loss statement.

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