Dairy Farmers Sue Over US Checkoff Program
Three Wisconsin dairy farmers have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging the federally administered Dairy Checkoff Program and alleging that mandatory producer fees are being used to support environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives beyond the program’s original purpose of dairy promotion and research. The lawsuit, filed on June 10, 2026, targets the…
Class IV Surges as Milk Price Gap Hits 6-Year High
The U.S. dairy market witnessed a significant shift in May 2026 as the gap between Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) Class III and Class IV milk prices widened to $5.40 per hundredweight (cwt), the largest spread since 2020. The development has renewed incentives for depooling within FMMOs, with Class IV milk emerging as the higher-valued…
US Raises 2026 Milk Output, Price Forecasts
The USDA has raised its 2026 milk production forecast, projecting higher output alongside improved milk price expectations, signaling a more optimistic outlook for the US dairy sector. Total milk production is now expected to increase on the back of higher milk per cow, even as cow numbers remain relatively stable, reflecting gains in productivity and…