U.S. dairy farmers are thriving in the marketplace even as labor shortages and a volatile policy environment remain challenges, dairy industry leaders stressed at the joint annual meeting.

Twenty states including Idaho, Texas and New York boosted milk production a combined 789 million pounds in September.

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In the news affecting a dairy producer's bottom line the first week of November 2025: A slight rise in farmer sentiment is fueled by livestock, the GDT index continues to fall, and fluid milk sales continue downward trend.

In the news affecting a dairy producer's bottom line the third full week of October 2025: Class I base milk price tumbles in November to $16.75, the USDA plans to resume FSA operations amid government shutdown, the GDT index is down 1.4%, and Secretary Rollins announces plan for American ranchers and consumers.

At the time of this writing, the government shutdown is now in its fourth week. While the shutdown has many USDA reports delayed and data unpublished, dairy insurance programs are available even if a prolonged shutdown could delay claim processing if indemnities are triggered.

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