Tag: milk marketing
Why milk is being dumped right now
Farmers are being asked to dump loads of milk while some grocery stores are limiting milk purchases. What's the deal? It's complicated, but we'll explain.
USDA publishes Federal Milk Marketing Order rules for California
California is one step closer to being incorporated into the Federal Milk Marketing Order system. California dairies have from April 2-May 5 to accept or reject proposed FMMO.
Dean Foods drops more than 100 dairy farmers
More than 100 dairy farms in eight states received a letter from Dean Foods terminating their milk contracts with the company, effective May 31.
What is the Federal Milk Marketing Order?
The Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) system was established in the 1930s to aid farmers facing low milk prices.
California to consider joining the Federal Milk Marketing Order
California dairy producers are awaiting the USDA’s final proposal of a Federal Milk Marketing Order system for the state.
