Milk - General
Despite a decline in milk production throughout most of the year, there has been an unexpected resurgence lately creating a year-over-year increase of 0.4%.
First-generation dairy farmers, Paul Windemuller and family encourage young people who aren’t from farms to get into agriculture.
It is certainly hard to see the empty chairs around the Thanksgiving table. A lifetime of memories will make you smile and then cry. You don’t know all that can change from one Thanksgiving to the next.
In the face of fluctuating market dynamics and economic pressures, innovative profitability strategies have become crucial, particularly in the dairy industry.
As the holidays approach and we gather around the table for a family meal, try not to use the opportunity to gather as time for a business meeting. It’s very important to create separation between family and business.
CME cheese markets continued to lose ground, with both blocks and barrels reaching the lowest levels since April.
Granola is making its way from the cereal aisle to the dairy section of the grocery store.
China said on Friday it would expand the scope of its anti-subsidy investigation into dairy imports from the European Union to cover additional EU subsidy programs as well as those in Denmark, France, Italy and the Netherlands.
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
The recent U.S. Milk Production report unveils a remarkable shift in milk production trends, catching the attention of many in the dairy industry. Despite a prevailing decline throughout much of 2024, the latest figures reveal an unexpected resurgence, with a year-over-year increase of 0.4%.
Output remains variable across Europe’s largest milk-producing regions. Germany’s production dipped 1.8% year-over-year in September, while output in the Netherlands dropped 2.6%. Production in France, on the other hand, rose 3.2% on the year.
It took almost all year, but there is better news price wise for dairy producers.
Activity and rumination monitoring systems -- precision cow monitoring -- can revolutionize the way a dairy manages its cows. Or they can pile up frustrations and create greater expense without adding value.
After being on the decline, CME cheese prices ended the week on a rise.
International Dairy Foods Association analysis suggests that the average gallon of milk will only increase by 11 cents.
The iconic ice cream maker is working with seven New England farms currently. So far, they’ve achieved a 16% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
USDA reported more milk is coming online ahead of new plant openings, leaving some milk without a home in some regions and leading to a wide price spread of -$3.00 to +$3.00.
This package aims to introduce notable changes, including a higher price for marketed milk, which could significantly impact the dairy industry.
Branching out from their signature ultra-filtered milk products lineup, fairlife is stepping into the real dairy coffee creamer arena.
The food index increased 0.2% month-over-month with grocery store prices ticking up 0.1% and food away from home prices gaining 0.2%.
USDA AMS announced its Final Decision on changes to the Federal Milk Marketing Orders, making only minor adjustments from the Recommended Decision in July.
In the world of agriculture, dairy farmers have faced their fair share of challenges over recent months. Fortunately, there is a glimmer of hope on the horizon as the sector sees an encouraging increase in milk prices.
Butter sales jumped 23% year-over-year.
High cheese prices and declining feed costs have finally dealt dairies a winning hand.
Butter production in September totaled 159.2 million pounds, up 11.3%
November futures settled at $20.25 per hundredweight, up 13 cents, while Q1 prices came in at $19.68 per hundredweight, 10 cents higher.
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.
Nearby Class III contracts fell along with spot cheese, with November futures dropping to $20.12 per hundredweight, down 15 cents, and December declining to $19.46, 21 cents lower.
Lactalis USA recently announced that it will be making a major investment in its Tulare, California facility.
With a resolute desire to continually improve, McCarty Family Farms has grown exponentially over the years thanks to determination, innovation, strategic planning and community support.