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Slower-than-expected growth in output per cow reduces milk forecast

Compared to last month, the USDA left the 2023 milk production estimate unchanged but reduced 2024 production expectations 1 billion pounds from the previous report.

April 12, 2024

Audrey Schmitz

The USDA’s World Ag Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report offers forecasts for dairy, beef and feedstuffs.

USDA cuts dairy allotment, but improves options in finalized nutrition assistance program

"This final rule cuts the amount of milk that can be purchased by up to 3 gallons per family per month."

April 11, 2024

Karen Lee

In finalized updates to the foods prescribed to WIC participants announced on Tuesday by Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, cuts were made to the amount of dairy products participants can receive through the program.

Exports rally after 12 months of year-over-year declines

Volume gains in U.S. dairy product exports in February gave way to improved market conditions for the first time since January 2023.

April 10, 2024

Jenn Coyne

The U.S. dairy product export market rebounded in February with export volumes lifting for the first time in over a year. Cheese was the shining star with historic volumes recorded. Here’s Progressive Dairy’s 30,000-foot view at dairy-related export categories.

Weekly Digest: U.S. drought area returns to spring 2020 amount

April 8, 2024

Karen Lee

From drought to animal drug labeling, a selective dry cow therapy survey and WIC program benefits, this Weekly Digest covers a variety of news affecting dairy producers this week.

Avian influenza cases confirmed on Idaho, New Mexico, Ohio dairies and one human

The strain of the virus in all herds remains similar to the first detected, and risk to public health remains low.

April 4, 2024

Karen Lee

The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in dairy herds in Idaho, New Mexico (two cases) and Ohio this week.

Economic Update: March FMMO milk class prices post small increases

March 2023 Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) pooling estimates, uniform prices and producer price differentials are scheduled to be released on April 11-14.

April 4, 2024

Karen Lee and Dave Natzke

Milk checks for March milk production should reflect higher Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) prices for all milk classes. The increase could be short-lived.

Avian influenza best practices for dairy farms

Executive director of AABP, Fred Gingrich, shares preventive measures for farms to protect their animals and best practices for herds affected by the avian influenza.

April 4, 2024

Audrey Schmitz

The USDA, the FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) jointly released a statement on March 25 confirming the identification of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in dairy cattle. Here are several preventive measures for farms to protect their animals and best practices for herds affected by the avian influenza.

Maximizing Dairy Revenue Protection: Insights from five years of data

Since 2019, roughly 27% of the U.S. milk supply has been covered under Dairy Revenue Protection. The insights gleaned from the last five years of Dairy-RP data highlight the importance of strategic decision-making and a long-term perspective in managing risk.

April 4, 2024

Alex Gambonini

Dairy Revenue Protection (Dairy-RP) has emerged as an effective risk management tool for dairy producers, offering protection against unexpected declines in quarterly milk revenue.