India likely to continue to protect its dairy industry from imports.
China’s rapid growth in milk production appears to be over for now.
In recent discussions surrounding trade policies and tariffs, the dairy industry has been notably affected. Rick Naerebout, CEO of the Idaho Dairymen’s Association, reflect on how the Trump 2.0 approach closely mirrors Trump’s earlier strategy, aimed at extracting concessions from trade partners.
The U.S. dairy industry, driven by substantial investments and shifting consumer preferences, is poised for significant growth in the coming years.
Dairy farmers are riding a wave of market uncertainty in 2025, with trade battles, feed price swings, and booming cheese production shaking up the industry. Experts Sarina Sharp and Katie Burgess break down the top trends shaping the year ahead.
A recent agreement reinforces the bond between the dairy industries of the U.S. and Guatemala, fostering growth, and ensuring consumer benefit across borders.
If the dollar falls far enough, dairy exports could still be competitive even with retaliatory tariffs.
As we navigate the milk market’s changing dynamics in 2025, stakeholders must remain vigilant and proactive.
There is no doubt there will be significant volatility this year. Politics, equity markets, weather, supply, and demand will all affect the markets
The ongoing discourse between the U.S. and Canada underscores a critical need for diplomatic negotiations to address trade barriers.
While many farmers are comparing the current threats of tariffs and trade wars to the situation they endured in 2018, Joe Vaclavik believes this time will be better.
President Trump’s new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico and China have gone into effect. While the economic consequences are unknown, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has promised to have a plan ready for farmers, if needed.
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.
Both domestic and foreign buyers step back from potential trade war.
Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins kicked off the 2025 Top Producer Summit on Tuesday morning, detailing her plan to advocate for trade. ‘We want to find market access for all our products,’ Rollins said.
As we venture further into 2025, the dairy industry faces significant challenges and opportunities. Phil Plourd, the President of Ever.Ag Insights, highlights three pivotal stories shaping the market landscape this year: exports, milk production growth and consumer demand.
Global milk production among leading dairy exporters is headed for growth in 2025, but will it be sufficient to offset rising dairy demand?
Dairy producers are closely watching how potential trade changes could affect exports, particularly as concerns rise over Canada’s compliance with the USMCA and the critical role of top trading partners.
As federal policy decisions tend to heavily impact rural industries, the outcome of the 2024 election promises to significantly shape the rural economy in the year ahead. CoBank’s annual report outlines what to expect.
“I know people are concerned about the tariffs, but the fact is, [Trump] looks at tariffs as a way to get their attention and eventually to get better and reciprocal trade agreements,” says Terry Branstad.
Uncertainty remains whether falling output in Mexico benefit the U.S. dairy industry.
Trump said he would impose a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico until they clamped down on drugs, particularly fentanyl, and migrants crossing the border, in a move that would appear to violate a free-trade deal.
As the world rapidly changes, so too does the landscape of the global dairy industry. While excitement abounds, Mary Ledman, a Global Dairy Strategist for Rabobank, emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying drivers of market demand
Financial Times reports say President-elect Donald Trump has asked Robert Lightizer to return as U.S. trade representative.
In the ever-evolving landscape of the dairy industry, the long-term viability of the milk supply is a crucial topic. Our industry is indeed in a growth mindset akin to a fish jumping out of a bowl. This vivid imagery suggests that the industry is not merely maintaining its current status but is actively seeking ways to expand and adapt to new challenges and opportunities.
As the U.S. dairy industry continues to thrive, the critical importance of a seamless and a reliable transportation network cannot be overstated. Addressing vulnerabilities and ensuring the robustness of these transportation systems are imperative steps in sustaining the industry’s productivity.
U.S. exporters of certain cheeses and meats will continue to be able to use those terms in Chile.
Enhancing U.S. dairy exports