Milk - General
Milk production forecasts for 2024 and 2025 have been reduced due to lower cow inventories and slower output growth per cow, according to the latest WASDE report.
Navigating the shifting tides into the New Year with milk prices, demand and the outlook on trade.
Despite the decline in CME blocks, nearby Class III contracts ticked higher. February and March futures rose to $20.92 and $20.59 per hundredweight, tacking on six and eight cents, respectively.
Global milk production among leading dairy exporters is headed for growth in 2025, but will it be sufficient to offset rising dairy demand?
Looking back on the past year, we see price improvements in all categories.
The legislation would reinstate whole and 2% milk in federal school meals programs.
The Class III market ended the week on a positive note, settling higher through most of the first half.
Writing and recounting the journeys of dairy farmers from across the nation has been a substantial blessing. These stories are more than just accounts of labor; they are testimonies of passion, ingenuity, and a commitment to a way of life that feeds the nation.
Class III futures started off the new year with a pop this morning.
Navigating the complexities of dairy farming requires meticulous attention to detail, especially when dealing with the transition period for dry cows.
On the heels of the CME cheese jump, the January Class III contract climbed to $20.43 per hundredweight, tacking on 31 cents.
The year 2024 has presented better financial outcomes for the dairy industry compared to the previous year, offering optimism and new opportunities for growth. Two notable dairy producers, Greg Moes of MoDak Dairy in South Dakota and Grant Grinstead with Vir-Clair Farm in Wisconsin, shared their insights on a recent episode of AgriTalk with Davis Michaelson.
Following a slow performance in the spot market yesterday, today’s trading saw a bit more activity ahead of the early market close.
Brian Forrest of Maple Ridge Dairy near Stratford, Wisconsin, embodies a spirit of selflessness and resilience, as he has been an organ donor, not just once, but twice.
Phil Plourd, president of Ever.Ag Insights, highlights the complexity in deciphering the USDA’s latest Milk Production report for the second month in succession. The narrative isn’t straightforward when external factors such as geographical variances and animal health issues come into play.
In less than two years, dry whey prices have rallied from their all-time low.
Whether it’s whole milk, 2%, eggnog or chocolate, Santa sure loves to drink the good stuff – real milk from real, hardworking dairy farm families!
In an age where the dairy industry faces constant challenges, some voices rise above the rest to advocate for its goodness and vitality. Nate Chittenden is one such voice. As a third-generation dairy farmer, Chittenden recently shared his insights and experiences, unveiling the often-hidden struggles of dairy farming.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a State of Emergency to address bird flu in California dairy cattle, ramping up monitoring, quarantine efforts, and resource deployment.
Class III futures turned red today on the heels of a quiet spot cheese session.
Today’s spot market witnessed another solid performance on the cheese front, with prices rising to the highest levels in more than a month.
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.
Schrieber Foods announced that it is making a major investment to its existing plant in Carthage, Missouri.
In the ever-evolving world of dairy farming, the dynamic between producers and processors is a critical aspect that requires delicate handling and mutual understanding.
Class III futures continued to climb, taking the lead from the spot cheese markets.
Strategically planning a dairy cow’s transition out of the herd can maximize meat quality, carcass yield, and overall profitability.
From parenthood to politics and hiding the holiday elf to celebrating that cottage cheese is “having a moment,” the Modern Day Farm Chick’s humor and sincerity are a big hit.
One-on-one interview with Shawn Dyal
The 2024 Farm Journal State of the Dairy Industry Report unveils four critical takeaways that provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape.
Supported by upward momentum in spot cheese and whey, Class III and cheese futures jumped.