The first milk checks reflecting the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) revisions are arriving in producers’ mailboxes, reflecting both benefits and drawbacks of the revisions. At the same time, milk prices are softening after several months of relatively strong performances, perhaps the result of increased cow numbers and expanded processing capacity available in the marketplace now, among other influencing factors.

In the news affecting dairy producers this fourth week of July 2025: A partnership has been formed to increase revenue opportunities for dairy farm sustainability practices, fluid milk sales in May remain lower than 2024, the U.S. dairy industry celebrates Julie Callahan nomination for chief agricultural negotiator, and World Dairy Expo announces its 2025 virtual farm tours.

In dairy-related news the third week of July 2025: A group of California dairy farmers files a lawsuit over the state's milk quota program, U.S. ice cream makers pledge to eliminate certified artificial colors by the end of 2027, GDT index bounces back up after four lower sales, landowners can now enroll in the USDA’s Grassland Conservation Reserve Program, and experience World Dairy Expo in person or online.

PROChiller Systems proudly announces the official launch of the PROGreen50, a next-generation CO₂-based chiller designed for North America's top dairies, food producers and craft beverage makers.

Plans to replace aging dairy facilities at the Kansas State University dairy farm in Manhattan, Kansas, are still in the funding stages. They are currently working to fund the project through state appropriations, which is a joint effort championed by the Kansas dairy industry with the support of the university. Kansas dairy producers are encouraged to reach out to their legislators about the importance of this project. 

In dairy-related news the second week of July 2025: Southern border ports closed to livestock just days after reopening, disaster assistance available for farmers, base change is approaching for calving traits, and World Dairy Expo Dairy Cattle Show entries now open.