Dairy - General
Agriculture has always been at the heart of Oregon’s economy, environment, and local communities. This integral role was once again underscored at the 2025 Oregon Dairy Farmers Convention held earlier this week in Salem.
U.S. cheese exports got off to a strong start in 2025, with outbound volumes totaling 103 million pounds in January, up 22% (+18 million pounds) on the year.
As we move through 2025, the dairy industry is poised to experience significant transformations. According to Ben Laine, a senior dairy analyst with Terrain, there are three major structural changes that are intricately linked and set to shape the industry’s landscape: federal milk marketing orders, new cheese processing capacity, and trade dynamics.
Cheese and butter are clear deals in the export space — but some traders indicate that tariff uncertainty has given them a reason to pause on what would normally be lucrative purchases.
Dairy prices have been under pressure from lower demand and future demand uncertainty. Tariffs have cast a bearish cloud over the market. The first lab-grown milk without a cow has been successfully produced.
At a pivotal junction of prosperity intertwined with uncertainty, the U.S. dairy industry seeks resolution to ongoing trade disputes. With committed leaders aiming to expand international partnerships, strategic negotiation appears essential for sustaining and enhancing the industry’s growth.
U.S. tariffs are in full effect with Canada, Mexico and China, contributing to the already heavy atmosphere.
With a little over a year at the helm of Darigold, Allan Huttema has seamlessly transitioned from being a dairy farmer to a corporate leader, highlighting a unique blend of hands-on experience and strategic vision.
Does it make financial sense to purchase dairy replacement heifers in today’s white-hot market?
Tariffs set to take effect tomorrow may have contributed to market movement, while increased cheese production capacity continues to weigh on the outlook.
Each year, billions of pounds of almond hulls are incorporated into lactating dairy rations, providing a valuable source of nutrients.
After what had been a pretty quiet month, the spot cheese market finished February with a thud.
When cows accumulate too much copper, it piles up in the liver. The result can be liver damage at the cellular level, liver necrosis, and impaired liver function.
Investing in employee development is just as important as investing in equipment. By building a skilled and engaged workforce, farmers can boost efficiency, retention, and long-term success.
The on-again, off-again rollercoaster in terms of trade and tariff headlines continued today, following an early morning post from President Trump.
With lameness ranking among the most costly health issues in today’s dairy operations, a “set it and forget it” approach for footbaths is not an effective way to prevent the spread of digital dermatitis.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s appointment as Secretary of Health and Human Services has some farmers wondering—will he be a champion for real dairy or a source of controversy? With his strong support for whole milk but a divisive stance on raw milk, his impact on the industry is still up for debate.
Class III futures are still trading at a discount to current spot prices, indicating an expectation of a significant spot market break.
What is normal for calf body temperature, and when should they be treated for fevers? Industry experts weigh in on making temperature monitoring a routine part of daily calf care.
Class III futures tumbled further, with the March contract down 31 cents to $18.70 per hundredweight and Q2 futures settling at $18.33, a 23-cent loss.
Both domestic and foreign buyers step back from potential trade war.
Coming off Friday’s January Milk Production report, which was lower than expected, dairy markets largely moved lower this morning.
The dairy industry is witnessing promising signs of growth, with strong month-to-month and year-over-year increases in cow numbers suggesting the potential for substantial milk production in the coming months.
An unprecedented shift in the U.S. dairy cattle population could signal uncertainty ahead in terms of milk production, cow numbers, and prices – for both the milk and the animals.
Today’s USDA Milk Production report will likely set the tone for the week ahead.
There’s a new, first-of-its-kind, dairy product hitting store shelves this year. And it’s sure to resonate with consumers who are calorie-conscious.
Dry whey and nonfat dry milk prices are under pressure. This is having a significant impact on the potential for milk prices.
Cheese futures experienced strong activity, posting gains across the forward curve.
Producers are challenged paying the bills with the lack-lusting prices that have shown up on milk checks this summer. Dairy financial leaders share tips on what to do and not to do to survive tough financial times.
Millions of Americans could see a reduction in food assistance. House Republicans are proposing major budget cuts including possible cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP.