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Driven by a double-digit sales surge, AMPI is converting its Blair plant into a premier cottage cheese facility, betting on the “superfood” renaissance to lead the industry’s high-protein future.
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While West Coast milk production slows, Idaho’s dairy industry is surging 7.5%. Learn how vertical integration and beef-on-dairy are driving the state’s massive production surge.
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While milk checks feel like 2016 deja vu, costs for about everything have soared. Dairy farmers are steadfast, trying to find new ways to turn a stagnant check into a sustainable future.
If December was a warning, the projections for the first half of 2026 are a siren. The latest price predictions updated on Jan. 30 suggest a sharp economic turn is underway.
Trevor DeVries reveals robotic milking boosts farmer quality of life. Explore the link between automation, mental health and reciprocal welfare in modern dairy farming.
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The outlook for 2026 is one of cautious optimism anchored by structural evolution. The U.S. dairy industry is no longer just a milk business; it is a component and beef business supported by high-tech processing and sophisticated risk management tools.
Learn how the “Make America Healthy Again” agenda and grocery inflation are reshaping voter sentiment and dairy policy ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Pizza remains a major driver of cheese demand, but slower restaurant growth and increased competition suggest the U.S. market has matured.
The dairy industry is resilient, determined and entering its best years yet. Michael Dykes is calling on farmers, processors and suppliers to rise as the leaders the next generation requires.
The equation is changing: high-value beef, record components and $11 billion in new plants are redefining the milk check. Curtis Bosma explains how modern producers stay profitable in a volatile market.
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With their recent accolade of being named the 2026 IDFA’s Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year award winner, the Waddell family showcases what it truly means to be modern dairy producers.
Last week, with the stroke of a pen, President Trump increased milk options available to students in schools across the country. Will this change the demand picture for the dairy market, or is it all hype?
USDA is awarding more than $11 million to support small and midsized dairy businesses through the Dairy Business Innovation program.
A federal audit wiped out Drumgoon Dairy’s staff, exposing agriculture’s labor crisis. This South Dakota farm’s labor struggle highlights the urgent need for immigration reform to sustain the U.S. food supply.
A $155,000 partnership investment will expand milk dispenser grants to more Virginia K–12 schools in 2026, helping reduce cafeteria waste while increasing student milk consumption.
Demand for fermented products, whey proteins, butterfat and whole milk expected to remain strong.
Government buyout programs have long been part of the dairy industry. Western United Dairies says the Make America More Ground Beef initiative is different and would help monetize surplus dairy cows, increase beef supply and lower grocery prices.
With a giant bottle of milk on the desk, President Donald Trump signed a law bringing whole milk back to schools. Here’s the story of the farmers and families who witnessed the historic moment.
The long-term implications are still unfolding, but one thing is clear: The future of dairy profitability won’t solely be defined by the milk check.
The president has signed the bipartisan Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act into law, restoring whole and 2% milk options in U.S. schools for the first time in more than a decade.
With milk prices under pressure and global supply weighing on margins, analysts say Dairy Margin Coverage is likely to provide early financial support for producers in 2026.
This South Dakota dairy is a beacon of prosperity. From their calves to their 6,200 cows, comprehensive monitoring and a focus on healthy and productive animals drive success forward.
Enrollment for the 2026 Dairy Margin Coverage program opens Jan. 12 with expanded Tier 1 coverage, new production history rules and discounted multiyear premiums following improvements made under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Learn how these dairy farmers boost efficiency and sustainability via genetics, eco-stewardship, crop management and energy innovation. They’re doing more with less for a greener, more profitable future.
Even amid daily grind and devastating challenges, farming’s true magic lies in fleeting moments and the unwavering resilience of family, proving that light can always be found.
For anyone looking to enhance their leadership skills in the agricultural industry, these farm managers offer a blueprint for success.
A new year hasn’t brought a reset for Class III milk, with persistent oversupply keeping the market under pressure.
Dairy farms now rely on six-figure, beef-on-dairy profits as low milk prices hit. This vital shift demands diversified strategy and agile financial planning for resilience in a volatile market.
This Iowa operation’s meticulous approach to genetics, herd health, nutrition and milk components turns every detail into a driver of success.
As consumer health goals shift toward protein, gut health and personalized wellness, new research is positioning dairy as a versatile, science-backed fit for nearly every health journey.