Dairy Industry News
Lower feed costs lessened the blow of suppressed milk prices in January, yet combined, triggered the first DMC payment for 2024.
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Progressive Events: Sunshine and smiles at World Ag Expo 2024
Agriculture enthusiasts gathered at World Ag Expo to listen to seminars, enjoy the California sunshine and socialize with fellow enthusiasts.
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February FMMO milk class prices inch higher
Milk checks for February milk production should reflect slightly higher Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) Class II, III and IV milk prices, offset by a lower Class I milk price.
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SDSU dairy research farm to close but mark on industry remains
The South Dakota State University Dairy Research and Training Facility is set to close in June. Despite disappointment with the decision, faculty and alumni are proud of the institution's work toward progress in the dairy industry.
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Dairy risk management calendar: March 2024
Progressive Dairy provides monthly online updates of important dates, reports and advice affecting risk management decisions.
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2024 DMC program enrollment to begin Feb. 28
Payments that were triggered in January will be dispersed as soon as March 4.
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Chapter 12 farm bankruptcy filings down in 2023
With 139 filings, farm bankruptcies were the lowest since 2004.
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January 2024 brought more of the same for FMMO prices, pooling
Uniform prices were lower and Class IV milk stayed out of the pool.
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