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Should I buy or produce my hay or stored forages?

It’s a question every cattle producer has asked at one point or another. But what factors should you really be considering when deciding how to feed your cow herd?

March 19, 2026

Stephen B. Blezinger

Cattle producers in many areas of the country face a critical decision: whether to produce their own hay or to buy hay from external sources. Both approaches have distinct advantages, challenges and economic implications.

USDA boosts 2026 milk production forecast as prices strengthen

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

March 10, 2026

Audrey Schmitz

USDA’s March WASDE raised 2025 milk production to 231.7 billion pounds and forecasts 234.7 billion pounds for 2026. Dairy prices strengthen, beef prices rise and most feed prices remain steady.

CattleFax: Commodity supplies are up, with record yields across the board

February 24, 2026

Carrie Veselka

Record-high yields and steady demand have played a major role in keeping fuel and grain commodity prices where they are today.

Forage Market Insights: Markets hold steady as spring nears

Hay and feed markets remain steady but cautious as drought lingers and producers manage inventories conservatively. Cost pressures and the overall economic climate continue to influence planning, while drought‑affected fields and late‑season weather shape early‑spring expectations.

February 21, 2026

Marian Viney

Winter is loosening, but markets stay cautious as drought signals, uneven forage quality and rising input costs shape early‑spring decisions.

[Podcast] Beef demand and cattle size economics – with Brian Earnest and Bruce Cobb

January 27, 2026

Carrie sits down with CoBank's Brian Earnest to chat about what we can expect from consumer demand for beef and other animal proteins in 2026. Then, Tyrell visits with Certified Angus Beef's Bruce Cobb about what raising bigger cattle means for every step of the supply chain. Finally, the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans have been released, and the crew has some thoughts.

USDA outlook sees little change in 2025-26 milk production

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

December 9, 2025

Audrey Schmitz

The milk production forecast for 2025 is unchanged from the previous month, based on the data in the most recent Milk Production report. Estimated at 231.4 billion pounds, it was unchanged from November’s report.

Global feed production growth highlights the resilience and adaptability of the international agriculture industry

Global feed production grew 1.2% in 2024, with strong gains in dairy feed, especially in Latin America, Europe and Africa. Despite challenges, the dairy sector remains resilient, with modest global growth expected in 2025.

July 17, 2025

Dan Weiland

The global dairy sector made unexpectedly strong gains, growing by 3.2%. Robust consumer demand, favorable milk prices and a shift toward more intensive farming practices largely fueled this expansion, with Asia-Pacific, Europe, Africa and Latin America all displaying growth. While dairy feed production remained stable in North America, Oceania’s reliance on abundant pasture led to a slight dip in its feed tonnage.

Should you be taking a harder look at feed additives?

A lot of producers still have questions about the efficacy of many feed additives, but these products could put extra dollars in your pocket when you market your cattle.

April 3, 2025

Bryan Sanderson

A lot of producers still have questions about the efficacy of many feed additives, but these products could put extra dollars in your pocket when you market your cattle.