Dairy - General
Chobani recently announced a noteworthy expansion project for their Twin Falls, Idaho plant, which is already recognized as the largest yogurt factory globally.
As the first major day of the NCAA March Madness tournament kicked off on Thursday with heroes, upsets and Cinderella teams, markets had their own version.
A Wisconsin native with nearly 20 years at Organic Valley, Nelson has worked across multiple departments, giving her a deep understanding of both farm-level challenges and cooperative strategy as she steps into the role.
If the dollar falls far enough, dairy exports could still be competitive even with retaliatory tariffs.
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins says the agency is hyper-focused on poultry, but no vaccine is yet available. The agency has ‘separate work streams’ to address the virus in the ‘cattle and dairy’ industries, but dairy is not part of USDA’s primary focus for now.
Any hiccup in fresh-cow health is likely to put reproduction in jeopardy.
With the drive to improve, Wiebren Jonkman, a visionary young dairy producer, purchased a Merced, California dairy and transformed it into a beacon of modern agricultural success.
Low prices triggered buyer interest in spot blocks, which climbed up to $1.6050 per pound, three cents higher, with seven loads trading.
Even mild cases can impact milk production, health and well-being. Researchers, citing expenses and losses farmers incur from the problem, say costs per case commonly range from $76, on the low end, to more than $336, on average.
Soon after the discovery of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) strain H5N1 in dairy cattle, scientists learned that milk was a primary vector in spreading the disease from cow to cow.
That perfectly balanced ration, carefully curated by your nutritionist, looks ideal on paper -- or, more likely, in your feeding software. But how often does the prescribed formulation actually make it to your cows?
As we navigate the milk market’s changing dynamics in 2025, stakeholders must remain vigilant and proactive.
Class III futures are down again, with May taking the biggest hit, down 25 cents on the day.
There is no doubt there will be significant volatility this year. Politics, equity markets, weather, supply, and demand will all affect the markets
A strong pinch is in order for dairy markets this Saint Patrick’s Day, with no green on the board.
In a significant stride for both the dairy industry and local community development, Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc. recently inaugurated their cheese and whey processing facility in Dodge City, Kansas.
Dairy farming comes with enough uncertainties—don’t let market volatility be one of them.
Smart dairy technologies streamline fixed tasks, giving farmers more time for important decisions—and even a little extra time for things they enjoy. In our case, that means finally being able to feel their fingers at the end of the day!
CME cheese markets moved upward. Spot blocks climbed to $1.7350 per pound, up 3 cents, and barrels closed at $1.7300, 6 cents higher.
Move over, artificial insemination. Artificial intelligence has found its way onto dairy farms, and is revolutionizing the way calves are raised
Robotic milking can be a game-changer for labor efficiency, but it doesn’t totally eliminate hands-on work—especially when it comes to fetching cows.
The ongoing discourse between the U.S. and Canada underscores a critical need for diplomatic negotiations to address trade barriers.
It continues to be a seller’s market for dairy replacement heifers, heifer calves, and beef-cross calves.
Calf raisers are becoming increasingly cognizant of the need to optimize lifetime dairy cow performance by feeding them generously in their first weeks of life. But how, exactly, do you know how much to feed?
Activity monitoring technology is giving producers a more precise and efficient way to detect heats.
Last week, the U.S. dollar had the worst week-to-week performance since 1995 and that, combined with global dairy price premiums, should spark some export interest and support domestic prices.
With more than 70% of attendees representing dairy farm owners and managers, this event provides an unmatched opportunity to connect with fellow producers, exchange ideas, and gain insights to strengthen your operation.
It was a noisy week with tariff uncertainty, and the markets remain on edge to see what next week brings.
From the moment a calf is born, its journey to becoming a productive member of the herd begins.