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The silver lining, meteorologists say, is many farmers and livestock producers in the central and eastern U.S. have had sufficient moisture this spring and milder temperatures headed into summer. For some, that’s about to change.

Spot cheese prices slid sharply with blocks closing below $1.60 for the first time since March, dragging July Class III under $17 and creating a strong carry incentive for storage and hedging.

Feeding liquid whey is a sustainable way to recycle nutrients, support production, and potentially earn carbon credits—all in one package.

The U.S. dairy herd is at the highest level since August 2021 as farmers continue to hold onto cattle, reducing culling. The USDA made a large revision to cattle numbers on the May Milk Production report.

The labor challenges afflicting the dairy sector are far from resolved.

Spot block prices continued to decline, nearing one-year lows and dragging Class III futures with them, while widening global discounts could reopen doors for U.S. export opportunities.

Between the insights and the atmosphere, this is more than just another conference — it’s a chance to close out the year with momentum and purpose.

The global dairy industry’s resilience, adaptability and strategic foresight suggest a promising path forward for the U.S. dairy industry.

Class III futures ended lower as cheese prices declined, despite a boost from dry whey. May milk production rose 1.6% year-over-year and the U.S. herd reached its largest size since 2021.

The May Milk Production report reflects significant growth and expansion in the U.S., driven by strategic management of herd sizes and processing capabilities.