In news affecting a dairy farmer's bottom line as we begin February 2025: The USDA confirms second strain of HPAI found in dairy cattle, the GDT index takes a good leap, farmer sentiment remains optimistic despite trade uncertainty and more.

Ten states including California, Arizona, New Mexico and Oregon reduced milk production a combined 317 million pounds in December.

Ten states including California, New Mexico and Idaho reduced milk production a combined 370 million pounds in November.

Here is a look at news affecting a dairy producer's bottom line this third week of December 2024.

The USDA issued a new federal order on Friday, Dec. 6, that requires raw (unpasteurized) milk samples nationwide be collected and shared with the USDA to test for the prevalence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1.

Thirteen states including Texas, Idaho and South Dakota boosted milk production a combined 258 million pounds in October.

In the news this week: CARB approves Low Carbon Fuel Standard program updates, DFA plans to stop production at Indiana condensing plant in January, checkoff launches new conservation resource, and DCRC annual meeting addresses sustainable dairy cattle management practices.

Here’s an update on news impacting your dairy as October 2024 comes to an end.