Asset turnover may not be the flashiest ratio, but it’s one of the most telling. It’s a window into how well your operation is using its resources. And when paired with the DuPont system, it becomes a powerful tool for diagnosing financial health and guiding smart decisions. 

U.S. commercial dairy farms of nearly every size are expected to post positive margins in 2026, but the link between increased herd size and profitability is sharper than ever.

The past year provided ample opportunities for dairy producers to capitalize on market conditions with both longstanding and new risk management strategies.

Given the gaps in labor protections for dairy farmworkers, many modern dairy farmers actively seek to accommodate the needs of their workers to ensure worker satisfaction, which is directly associated with animal health and well-being, and therefore, farm profitability.

New York and the Northeast are great places to be a dairy producer. Not only do cows thrive in the region’s climate, but so do the crops that are grown to feed them.

In today’s dairy industry, the difference between thriving and surviving might come down to one thing: data. Data quantity, quality, and consistency are the pillars of effective herd management.

USDA reports influencing dairy markets remain delayed following the conclusion of the government shutdown, and at the same time, seasonal pressures from the holiday season are shaping the U.S. dairy outlook for December. Producers should evaluate their current risk management options and secure additional coverage as 2025 comes to a close.