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Dairy markets rallied strongly this week, led by a sharp jump in butter prices and gains in Class III and IV futures, despite declines in global milk powder prices.

When summer turns up the heat, it’s time to turn up the cool for cows to protect milk production and animal health.

The start of June could bring high heat and drier weather, which is a stark contrast from the forecast for the last week of May.

The butter price has the potential to increase as fundamentals become supportive. Higher milk production will require increased demand to maintain or improve milk prices.

In today’s interconnected world, U.S. dairy farmers face numerous challenges when trying to grow their exports.

Results from Farm Journal’s State of the Dairy Industry 2025 report shine hope.

Dairy markets diverged ahead of the holiday weekend, with cheese prices falling sharply while butter surged to three-month highs on tighter cream supplies and strong exports.

GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are reshaping dairy demand by curbing cravings for processed, fatty, and sugary products, fueling a rise in protein-rich, low-fat options.