Dairy - General
Protein is driving growth in dairy, with yogurt, cottage cheese and even high-protein ice cream gaining popularity.
Dairy markets are in limbo post-holidays, grappling with limited USDA data.
Keeping birds away helps safeguard feed quality and reduce disease risk for your herd.
The beef-on-dairy trend is set to continue as a significant profit driver for dairy farms into 2026.
The quest for farm profitability remains constant, regardless of geographical location. For Brian Rushe, this pursuit is not just about numbers on a ledger; it’s the foundation upon which sustainability is built for his operation.
For the United States to regain its edge, prices would need to decline further.
Five years to the day after her father’s cows left, Mitzie Blanchard moved back to the family farm. The determined young woman raised a successful herd of cows and four sons who learned the true meaning of hard work.
U.S. milk production jumped in November due to more cows and higher output. With markets lagging, dairy producers face a surplus, necessitating strategic internal growth and efficiency for the new year.
Beijing’s new duties on EU dairy, a response to EV tariffs, create turbulent waters for European exporters while opening potential, albeit limited, market opportunities for U.S. dairy amid a broader push for global diversification.
Milk prices are likely to stay flat into 2026 as growing milk supplies and beef-on-dairy incentives outweigh steady demand, keeping margins tight and buyers on the sidelines.
Understanding the factors that contribute to the decline in mental health during the holidays is the first step toward managing them effectively.
As consumer priorities shift in 2026, five trends are shaping how shoppers choose and enjoy cheese.
By carefully choosing what financial details to share and with whom, farm leaders can create a culture of trust, engagement and informed decision-making.
Knowing the forces that shape feed efficiency is only half the story; the next step is using them to your advantage.
New research shows that genetic changes in modern H5N1 viruses improve their ability to infect bovine cells, helping explain recent HPAI detections in U.S. dairy herds.
This former football player’s story is a beacon for those experiencing their own ebbs and flows, proving that life’s greatest victories often come from our greatest challenges.
The U.S. dairy industry stands at a pivotal juncture, ripe with potential yet confronting undeniable challenges.
Congress has passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, reversing a 2012 restriction and allowing schools to offer whole and 2% milk again (pending the president’s signature).
Officials have confirmed the first case of highly pathogenic avian flu in a Wisconsin dairy herd.
Choosing the right hybrids and learning from last year’s harvest can set up a stronger silage season.
Gary Hanman, founding CEO of Dairy Farmers of America since its creation in 1998, has recently passed, leaving a lasting mark on the cooperative and the dairy industry.
A seventh-generation dairy farmer is turning everyday moments with curious schoolkids into powerful advocacy to bring whole milk back to classrooms.
Low costs, recent expansions, high beef prices and government programs are mitigating the impact of low milk prices
The Michigan Milk Producers Association just announced the acquisition of the Leprino Foods plant in Remus, Mich.
Clean Energy has begun injecting renewable natural gas from its new South Fork Dairy facility in Texas into the interstate pipeline, turning manure from 16,000 cows into low-carbon fuel.
The dairy market has had a tough run for the majority of 2025. As we approach the new year, is there any hope for prices going forward? The USDA seems to believe that growth is yet to come.
Nestled in South America, Lechera Protea Dairy masterfully blends a rich heritage with pioneering innovation, transforming from modest 1975 ambitions into a high-tech, high-output operation.
As the dairy industry navigates the future, it’s clear using a combination of innovation, consumer engagement and sustainable practices will be pivotal.
Three market analysts and dairy leaders break down what’s pressuring milk prices, what’s driving cattle prices and why grain markets can’t find clarity.
By continuing to support technological research, providing economic incentives, and fostering industry-wide collaboration, the dairy industry is poised for a promising future, where sustainability serves as the foundation of its growth.