Dairy
Higher butterfat and protein levels can add hundreds of dollars in annual revenue per cow.
The Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act would expand access to year-round livestock and dairy operations.
Lower milk and calf prices are providing less support as feed costs move higher.
USDA is also reviewing concerns over how well the program reflects current dairy conditions.
U.S. cheese exports continue to grow as domestic retail and restaurant demand weakens.
Dairy margins are expected to tighten as feed costs rise and milk prices remain relatively steady.
CoBank research shows that higher butterfat and protein levels can add hundreds of dollars per cow in dairy revenue as milk components become more important to profitability.
USDA forecasts wide price differences across grocery categories in 2026.
Dr. Faith Parum discusses the U.S.-China “30-for-30” tariff framework, covered agricultural products, and the impact of excluding commercial soybeans on U.S. farmers.