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It’s estimated Hurricane Ian tore through about four million acres of farmland in Florida. But it’s not just acres that have been impacted. One dairy farm lost 250 cows in the storm.

What was once a humble placeholder crop to prevent soil erosion – and before that, a native prairie grass -- is emerging as an important TMR element and bedding option for dairies.

“We know the pivotal role technology has played in getting us to where we are today and there’s no denying that it’s going to play an impactful part in where we go with animal health.”

Creating a herd where all the individuals are healthy and normal increases your chances of economic success.

A shortage of fresh barrel cheese has been driving the inverted price spread.

Class III futures sold off quite viciously.

Dan Basse was at World Dairy Expo for the live taping of U.S. Farm Report. He’s been focused on the potentially tight supplies for nearly two years, but now he’s turned more bearish and explains why.