Despite recent trade uncertainty, U.S. dairy is holding strong with exports setting a new record, surpassing $3 billion through April.
American Farm Bureau Economist Danny Munch spoke with RFD-TV’s Suzanne Alexander about dairy exports, the importance of trade, and challenges facing dairy producers.
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Herd rebuilding looks slow, keeping cattle prices supported; beef-on-dairy crosses help fill feedlots, while imports temper—but don’t erase—tightness.
Dairy farmers are expected to face strong output and export gains, but lower prices and tighter margins will persist into next year.
Disease risks remain a key factor to watch heading into fall.
Sen. Roger Marshall, a founding member and chairman of the Make America Healthy Again caucus, joined us with his thoughts on the commission’s latest report and the key ag-related issues.