Butter production eased in April as seasonal demand begins to build. With prices remaining low, buyers have started securing supplies for the months ahead.
By trading volume for high-value components and investing $11 billion in infrastructure, U.S. dairy is evolving from a fluid milk nation into the world’s premier nutrient-dense global powerhouse.
With a steady hand on the tiller of trade and a watchful eye on biosecurity, the industry is poised to turn this era of investment into a legacy of global dominance.
U.S. dairy exports continue to surge in 2026, with first-quarter volumes climbing 11% year-over-year as record cheese and butterfat demand helps absorb growing milk production.
The U.S. dairy industry is currently being held together by cattle prices and export volumes. Conflict with Iran has everyone on edge for what this means for the U.S. economy and if any of that impact will trickle down to the dairy industry.
Exports climbed 15% in 2025, just short of the $9.54 billion record set in 2022.
A new year hasn’t brought a reset for Class III milk, with persistent oversupply keeping the market under pressure.
For the United States to regain its edge, prices would need to decline further.
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.
RaboResearch senior dairy analyst Lucas Fuess says booming milk output in the U.S. and other major exporters is tipping markets into oversupply — and signaling tougher price terrain heading into early 2026.
The importance of being present in international markets and establishing connections that go beyond simple transactions.
Strategic growth in cow numbers, innovative revenue streams, and expanding export markets signify a promising future.
Phil Plourd, president of Ever.Ag Insights joined Chip Flory on “AgriTalk” live at World Dairy Expo to shed light on the current market dynamics, emphasizing how the agricultural landscape is shifting.
The tidal wave will likely continue to grow through the end of 2025 before a correction occurs.
In what has been a rollercoaster year for dairy markets, with plummeting prices evoking scenes of freefall, last week’s USDA September WASDE Report delivered much-needed fragments of optimism.
As the maker of Kerrygold diversifies sales away from the United States, domestic brands are likely to benefit.
This landmark agreement promises to open new horizons for American dairy exports, signaling a new era of trade opportunities and partnerships in Southeast Asia.
Surging cheese and butterfat exports are a bright spot for U.S. dairy farmers, but ongoing trade negotiations may stand in the way of even greater gains.
If Mexico’s push is successful, U.S. exports to the country could suffer.
Used skid steers, wheel loaders and excavating equipment are starting to draw strong bids as farmers build out fleets, and learn how one startup auction company is making inroads into the overseas export market.
A federal court ruled Wednesday that an emergency law does not provide President Trump with unilateral authority to impose tariffs on nearly every country. The interruption was short-lived after a federal appeals court granted the Trump administration’s request to temporarily pause a lower-court ruling.
A progressive step is expected to enhance market access for U.S. dairy producers, signaling a positive trend in dissolving non-tariff barriers, a commitment upheld by the Trump administration.
Global demand for U.S. cheese is accelerating, driven by expanding international markets and evolving consumer tastes. At the same time, trade negotiations and tariff policies remain key factors shaping the future of dairy exports.
The prospect of a U.S.-UK trade agreement has been long overdue. This new framework for negotiations marks a crucial turning point as the U.S. seeks a level playing field with global dairy exporters.
Damage from U.S.-China trade war extends far beyond sales.
In a landmark move for the dairy industry, the National Milk Producers Federation, U.S. Dairy Export Council and KADIN, the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce, have signed a memorandum of understanding.
From tariffs and export markets to domestic demand and innovative production strategies, navigating this landscape requires astute attention to market signals and strategic planning.