Dairy Foods

Weekly Digest: Checkoff to celebrate National Cheese Day June 4

karen@agproud.com — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:15:50 -0400

In the news related to dairy farming the first week of June 2026: The dairy checkoff brings "Body by Cheese" to life for National Cheese Day, U.S. dairy calls for action on Canadian dairy trade practices, and the FARM Program kicks off its annual Excellence Awards.

June Dairy Month butter carving contest churns up fun

audrey@agproud.com — Mon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A block of butter, plastic cutlery and just 10 minutes on the clock may not sound like the recipe for a crowd-pleaser, but at the Washburn County Fairgrounds in Spooner, Wisconsin, it proved to be the perfect dairy activity for June Dairy Month.

Economic Update: June Class I base price reaches $22.18 per cwt

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 21 May 2026 13:13:23 -0400

In the news impacting a dairy producer's bottom line the third week of May 2026: June Class I base price reaches $22.18 per cwt, fluid milk sales for March are 2.3% higher than a year earlier, the FARM Environmental Stewardship Program integrates newly updated RuFaS Model, and entries are now open for the 2026 World Forage Analysis Superbowl.

Economic Update: USDA puts Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act into effect

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 07 May 2026 15:14:57 -0400

In the news affecting a dairy producer's bottom line the first week of May 2026: The USDA puts Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act into effect, GDT index back up 1.5%, and farmer sentiment declines amid input cost and availability concerns.

Weekly Digest: Organic dairy producers file class action suit against the U.S. government

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:20:37 -0400

In dairy-related news to end April 2026: Organic dairy producers file class action suit against the U.S. government, chocolate returns to the top as America’s favorite ice cream flavor, and dairy product prices continue to gain strength.

Economic Update: May Class I base milk price climbs past $20 per cwt

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:12:08 -0400

In the news affecting a dairy producer's bottom line the third week of April 2026: May Class I base milk price climbs past $20 per cwt, fluid milk sales remain lower than last year, GDT index is down again, Alltech survey estimates world feed production increased in 2025, protein innovation, margin discipline emerge as top priorities for dairy executives, and applications open for Dairy’s Foundation grants.

Economic Update: April Class I base milk price gets a boost to $18.66 per cwt

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:53:29 -0400

In the news affecting a dairy farmer's bottom line the third week of March 2026: April Class I base price gets a boost to $18.66 per cwt, the dairy checkoff launches an online database to help farmers find grant opportunities, fluid milk sales start the year lower, and applications are now open for Holstein Foundation memorial scholarships.

Economic Update: March Class I base price to offer reprieve for producers

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:24:35 -0500

The Economic Update contains positive news, from a higher March Class I base price to the USDA's plans to purchase $148 million in dairy products, as well as higher domestic fluid milk sales and GDT index. Don't forget there is one week left to enroll in the Dairy Margin Coverage for 2026.

Economic Update: February Class I base milk price hits 68-month low

dave@agproud.com — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:00:08 -0500

In the news affecting a dairy producer's bottom line the third week of January 2026: February Class I base milk price hits 68-month low, fluid milk sales were down 1.8% in November, the GDT index is higher again, and a reminder to sign up for the Milk Loss Program and HPAI biosecurity webinars.

InFocus: Butter consumption hits new all-time high in 2024

audrey@agproud.com — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 10:34:55 -0500

USDA data show Americans’ per capita consumption of dairy is up 0.6% over the past five years, 8% over the past 15 years and 12% over the past 30 years.

Economic Update: Class I base milk price slumps to start 2026

dave@agproud.com — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:26:57 -0500

In the news affecting a dairy producer's bottom line the third week of December 2025: The Class I base milk price slumps to start 2026, fluid milk sales are down slightly in October, and the GDT index drops for ninth consecutive event.

Dairy is having a moment – again

ty.rohloff@compeer.com — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

From fairs and festivals to international markets, dairy is proving its staying power. Consumers continue to embrace it for both taste and nutrition, while new investments position the industry for even greater success. Dairy isn’t just having a moment – it’s building momentum.

Petit Pot wins big with French-inspired desserts

frances@agproud.com — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In 2014, French pastry chef Maxime Pouvreau founded Petit Pot with the dream of bringing a taste of France to American shelves. After moving to California, Pouvreau poured his passion for high-quality, simple ingredients into creating creamy, delicious desserts inspired by his homeland.

Weekly Digest: House passes Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act

karen@agproud.com — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:18:14 -0500

In the news related to dairy farming mid-December 2025: House passes Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, a milk test finds Wisconsin’s first case of HPAI in dairy, Land O’Lakes doubles down on hunger relief before the holidays, an annual event highlights the Friends of Expo, Alltech announces dairy farm Most Valuable Employee Award winner, and the USDA announces $38.1 million in grant agreement to cover agricultural losses due to Hurricane Helene in Tennessee.

2025: Dairy’s year in review

karen@agproud.com — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

As we near the end of 2025, it gives us a time to look back on the major news headlines of the year.

Weekly Digest: Senate passes Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act

karen@agproud.com — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:48:34 -0500

In dairy-related news the final week of November 2025: the Senate passes Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, the EPA and Army Corps unveil WOTUS proposal, the USDA launches a website for New World screwworm, and dairy leaders share progress and priorities at sustainability meeting.

Economic Update: Slight rise in farmer sentiment fueled by livestock

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:02:35 -0500

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.

Weekly Digest: New World screwworm found 70 miles from southern border

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 15:17:46 -0400

In dairy-related news the last full week of September 2025: An animal affected by New World screwworm was found just 70 miles south of the U.S.-Mexico border, dairy product contest awards announced, checkoff groups enhance dairy presence in schools and World Dairy Expo forage seminars are announced.

Weekly Digest: CoBank reports dairy heifer inventories expected to shrink further over next two years

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:05:41 -0400

In dairy-related news at the end of August 2025: a CoBank report shows dairy heifer inventories to shrink further before rebounding in 2027, checkoff launches an innovation contest for students, World Dairy Expo announces new trade show booth awards, and Dairy MAX names a new CEO.

Weekly Digest: Dairy Margin Coverage premium payments due Sept. 1

karen@agproud.com — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 16:26:26 -0400

In dairy-related news this week: FSA office reminds dairy producers that DMC premium payments are due Sept. 1, nutrient management solutions are featured on Wisconsin farm tours Aug. 19-21, FARM Program seeks nominations for Farmer Advisory Council, and a new dairy trade show is set to launch in Vermont in November.

Weekly Digest: Dairy companies slash added sugars by nearly 60% ahead of new school year

karen@agproud.com — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 17:13:32 -0400

In dairy-related news the second week of August 2025: Dairy companies slash added sugars by nearly 60% ahead of new school year, dairy processing updates, Peace & Plenty Farm recognized as the 2025 McKown Master Breeder, 2026 Holstein Association USA delegate election underway and more.

Weekly Digest: Partnership formed to increase revenue opportunities for dairy farm sustainability practices

karen@agproud.com — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 15:52:19 -0400

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.

Weekly Digest: Group of California dairy farmers files lawsuit over milk quota program

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 14:43:34 -0400

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.

Weekly Digest: DARI Processing invests in new fluid milk plant in Nebraska

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:51:14 -0400

In dairy-related news at the end of June 2025: A new fluid milk plant breaks ground in Nebraska, winners of the checkoff's New Product Competition are announced, FDA action sought against “dairy-free butter,” and the USDA plans to survey cattle operations.

Economic Update: July’s Class I base milk price climbs to $18.82 per cwt

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 14:56:17 -0400

In news affecting a dairy producer's bottom line the third week of June 2025: July’s Class I base milk price climbs to $18.82 per cwt, the Canadian government passes bill to protect dairy in future trade talks, fluid milk sales and GDT are down, and scholarships are available to dairy producers attending YDLI.

Weekly Digest: Culver’s offers free frozen custard to dairy farmers

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:13:04 -0400

In the Weekly Digest: Culver’s offers free frozen custard to dairy farmers, the Senate agriculture committee released its budget reconciliation text, NMPF recaps its board of directors meeting, and Rabobank provides a global dairy supply and demand report.

Kids offer ice cream flavor ideas in June Dairy Month contest

audrey@agproud.com — Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

June Dairy Month is all about honoring the hardworking hands behind our favorite dairy products, and in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, one local nonprofit is scooping up a creative way to celebrate.

Economic Update: Class I base milk price falls to $17.26 per cwt for June

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 22 May 2025 15:28:23 -0400

Here is the news affecting a dairy farmer's bottom line this third week of May 2025.

Why concentrated milk has longer shelf life than regular milk

ankita.p@polarismarketresearch.com — Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Over the years, there have been significant changes in the way milk is stored, preserved and consumed. Since its development in the 19th century, the method of preserving milk by evaporating and storing it in sealed containers has grown into a large-scale industry. In this article we delve into the realm of concentrated milk, covering everything you need to know about the milk type, from basics to types and benefits.

Economic Update: U.S., U.K. reach trade deal that increases access for American farmers

karen@agproud.com — Thu, 08 May 2025 15:07:39 -0400

In the news affecting dairy producers' bottom lines in early May 2025: U.S., U.K. reach trade deal that increases access for American farmers, producer sentiment improves on long-term optimism, and the GDT index continues to climb.