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The prior post covered volatility in dairy component prices. The protein price clearly has the most volatility. This post will dig a little deeper in the complex formula of pricing protein. The formula is shown [Read More …]

A Tidal Wave of Milk

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending October 23, 2026 The dairy markets are awash in a tidal wave of milk. USDA’s latest Milk Production report showed that August milk output was notably higher [Read More …]

Cutting Through the Noise

Depending on who you are talking to, the dairy industry is having a moment right now, or it is in serious peril. Honestly, depending on which data set you are looking at, both could be [Read More …]

Sartori Cheese Boosts Wisconsin Dairy Exports to South Korea with Coupang

Plymouth-based manufacturer partners with U.S. retailer to introduce artisan cheese to Korean households. Sartori Cheese, a fourth-generation family-owned artisanal cheese company, is accelerating its international growth and expanding its reach to new consumers across South [Read More …]

California Milk Advisory Board Names Dr. Ty Wagoner Director of the California Dairy Innovation Center

The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) today announced the promotion of Dr. Ty Wagoner to Director of the California Dairy Innovation Center (CDIC), effective January 1, 2027. Wagoner succeeds Veronique Lagrange, who will retire at [Read More …]

Chobani Announcement and What It Could Mean for Dairy Producers

Thanks to the 100+ people who joined us for yesterday’s “All Things Dairy” conference call! The recording is now available. With the recent announcement of Chobani establishing its first dairy manufacturing operation in Pennsylvania, there has been [Read More …]

Calf Chat: The C’s of Calf Care

Friday, December 11, 2026 9:30 AM EST Newville, PA Explore essential calf care, nutrition, and disease prevention while gaining practical, hands-on skills to improve calf health and management on your farm. Join us for an [Read More …]

Secretary Rollins and NASA Administrator Isaacman Sign MOU to Advance USDA Data Modernization Plan

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Administrator Jared Isaacman signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and NASA that will strengthen [Read More …]

The Farm Pressures You Can’t See at the Grocery Store

If you bought beef recently, you probably experienced sticker shock over high prices; yet farmers are experiencing the opposite shock, as the price they’re paid for their cattle falls. How can that be? It’s the [Read More …]

Dairy Leaders Gather in Florida for Annual Meeting

Congratulations to Jim Boyle of United Dairymen of Arizona on being appointed to the NMPF Board! Jim is the chairman of the Western States Dairy Producers Association, which MPC has been a longtime member. Also, [Read More …]

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Dairy Groups File Legal Challenge to State Dairy Order

Dairy Cares, a coalition of California dairy organizations, announced Monday that it filed a legal challenge against the state’s recently adopted Dairy Order (WQ 2026-0028). Petitioners also include Milk Producers Council, California Farm Bureau, Western [Read More …]

Trump Administration Announces Major Investment in American Fertilizer Manufacturing

USDA Selects Eight Projects Representing More Than $1.3 Billion in American Fertilizer Manufacturing Investment Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, announced the selection of eight fertilizer manufacturing projects to receive funding [Read More …]

IDFA Executive Council Names Matt Herrick Next President and CEO

Veteran food and agriculture executive returns to IDFA to build on association’s strong momentum and lead next chapter of growth and advocacy for U.S. dairy. The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) today announced that [Read More …]

Lanco Pennland Wins Top Prize at NMPF Dairy Product Contest

A Reserve Extreme Irish Cheddar from Lanco Pennland took the top prize in NMPF’s annual dairy product competition. Land O’Lakes, Inc. and California Dairies, Inc. received Reserve Chairman’s award recognitions for their Sharp Cheddar and [Read More …]

Strengthen Management Skills at PDP Dairy Managers Institute

Two-day workshop offers three tiers of training to highlight different management aspects. Successful dairy farm teams manage more than animals, feed and finances; they also manage the practices they use to develop team members as [Read More …]

USDA announces $8 billion Harvest Fuel Relief; ADC moves quickly to document dairy costs

Rapid-response survey targets milk hauling, fuel surcharges, forage harvest and other dairy fuel costs; broader survey goes farther. American Dairy Coalition is asking dairy farmers across the country to put real farm numbers behind two [Read More …]

Don’t Miss the 2026 Sustainable Agriculture Summit Speaker Lineup

The Sustainable Agriculture Summit is where the food and agriculture value chain – from farmers, suppliers, and processors to brands, academia, conservation organizations, and the public sector – comes together to strengthen the foundation that [Read More …]

Register for NMC’s next webinar – Exploring careers in milk quality

Are you a student interested in a milk quality career but not sure which path to take? As someone interested in animal science and/or food science, maybe you haven’t considered exploring a milk quality career. [Read More …]

National Dairy FARM Program Announces 2026 Excellence Awards Winners

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program announced today the 2026 Excellence Awards winners, whose dedication and everyday pursuit of excellence strengthen the U.S. dairy industry as a whole. The 2026 FARM Excellence [Read More …]

U.S. Dairy Processing Invests $15 Billion In Manufacturing Across 23 States

More than 85 projects underscore dairy’s position as a bright spot in American manufacturing. America’s dairy processors are investing more than $15 billion in new and expanded manufacturing capacity across 23 states, with more than [Read More …]

NMPF Board Votes to Support Risk Management Enhancements; Changes to Nonfat Dry Milk Standard of Identity

The National Milk Producers Federation Board of Directors has endorsed a package of proposed improvements to Dairy Margin Coverage and Dairy Revenue Protection, the risk management programs dairy farmers rely on most to protect their [Read More …]

Applications Open for the 2026 National Judi Collinsworth Memorial Scholarship

Holstein Association USA invites Junior Holstein members to apply for the 2026 National Judi Collinsworth Memorial Scholarship. The award supports the education of youth who demonstrate dedication to the Holstein breed and leadership in their [Read More …]

Bringing DRMS Expertise to Your Region

DRMS Educational Roadshows bring producers, DHI service affiliates, and the DRMS team together for practical training, product education, and dairy industry insights. Each event offers opportunities to explore DRMS tools, ask questions, connect with [Read More …]

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CME Group Expands Dairy Business with New European Futures and Options

CME Group, the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, today announced plans to launch new European dairy futures and options contracts before the end of 2026, pending all regulatory reviews. The company will introduce new futures [Read More …]

Upcoming Cornell Vet Preparedness Program

November 4, 2026 5:00 – 7:00 pm | $10/pp Battenkill Bovine Vet, 2320 NY-40, Greenwich, NY 12834 Guest Speaker: Maya Keefer, DVM of Battenkill Veterinary Bovine, PC Livestock owners face unpredictable health emergencies where immediate vet assistance [Read More …]

Trump Administration Announces $8 Billion Harvest Fuel Relief Program

President Donald J. Trump, alongside U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will make $8 billion available for one-time payments to American farmers this harvest season to provide [Read More …]

New State Energy Guide at PA Energy and Agriculture Conference