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Uniform milk prices, producer price differentials (PPDs) and milk pooling behavior stayed on trend in May across most Federal Milk Marketing Orders (FMMOs). Monthly price announcements, released by FMMO administrators during the week ending June 11, showed uniform or “blend” prices posted small increases from the month before, while PPDs headed deeper into negative territory and were the lowest since December 2020.
The U.S. Dairy Sustainability Awards program has a new class of recipients who demonstrate excellence in implementing socially responsible, economically viable and environmentally sound practices and technologies. Progressive Dairy will feature all seven award winners online and in the July 1, 2021, issue of the print magazine. Check back for links to articles featuring individual award winners.
In this column, Progressive Dairy summarizes issues in the news and attempts to describe how they might affect dairy farmers. Look for more extensive background and details at Progressive Dairy.
Progressive Dairy provides updates on dairy-related organizations and companies, compiled from staff news sources and industry press releases. Email industry and organization news to Progressive Dairy Editor Jenna Hurty.
April proved another robust month of growth for U.S. dairy exports as an improved port situation helped clear a backlog of shipments from the fourth quarter of 2020 and early 2021, according to a monthly update from the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC). Here’s a monthly recap of exports and trade news covering dairy products, dairy cattle, hay and more.
The mental health and well-being of veterinarians has become one of the most important topics to trend in the dairy community in recent months, as veterinarian suicides have been on the rise. Zoetis encourages dairy industry members to help raise awareness and funds to support dairy veterinarians who hold a unique bond and tireless dedication for protecting and caring for cattle. Participants have the opportunity to recognize and nominate dairy veterinarians in their life for a chance to receive a personalized jacket.
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