Dairy - General
This young Kansas dairy farmer’s dual passions for education and agriculture unite to contribute richly to her community and her family’s legacy.
A Texas mom has created a kid-friendly milk product that’s low in sugar, high in protein, and designed to support a healthier future for young children.
Zonneveld Dairies, Inc., a 10,000-cow dairy operation in California provides valuable insights from their experience navigating HPAI.
Class III futures were slightly lower after a spot cheese session that saw large volumes of product change hands.
With beef-on-dairy calves in high demand, giving them the best start is essential for both their health and market value. Dr. Gail Carpenter outlines five key priorities for dairy farmers to focus on to help set these calves up for success.
Manufacturers appear to have ample supply, leading them to the spot market to offload inventory.
By focusing on these metrics and strategic areas, dairy producers can not only survive but potentially thrive in a challenging economic climate.
Dairy markets do not seem too concerned about U.S. milk production growing at its fastest pace in two years.
The February data shows the number of milk cows on farms in the 24 major States has increased to 8.96 million head.
A recent agreement reinforces the bond between the dairy industries of the U.S. and Guatemala, fostering growth, and ensuring consumer benefit across borders.
Futures markets had a tame day ahead of USDA’s Milk Production report.
Japanese researchers have created a no-touch cow-tracking system using multi-camera technology, offering 90% accuracy for better health monitoring and herd management.
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.
