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August 25, 2026  

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Several dairy markets moved higher this week. CME NDM extended last week’s rebound alongside strength in global milk powders. 

Source: Ever.Ag

 

Nonfat dry milk climbed $0.0550 to finish Friday at $1.8000 per pound, while SMP jumped 7.4% at Tuesday’s GDT auction. Spot blocks tumbled $0.0725 to $1.5275 per pound, while barrels and butter each added $0.0025, closing at $1.5650 and $1.4625, respectively. 

 

We partner with Ever.Ag to provide highlights of weekly dairy market activities, along with a summary of key market indicators.

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Voice of Milk Updates

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Dairy Business Association endorses Tom Tiffany for Wisconsin governor

Source: Dairy Business Association

 

The Dairy Business Association™, Wisconsin's leading dairy advocacy group, today announced its endorsement of Congressman Tom Tiffany for governor. The announcement was made during a special event hosted at a DBA member’s farm, Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy in Kewaunee, Wis.  

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We appreciate you: Member Appreciation Reception at World Dairy Expo 

Source: Voice of Milk

 

A special member appreciation event will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 30, during World Dairy Expo to express our gratitude for your ongoing support and dedication. Join us from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Spark by Hilton Madison Central. We appreciate your commitment and drive as you, our members, are the foundation of our organization. Together, we are achieving great things for the entire dairy community. Thank you for your contributions and for helping us continue to advance dairy! 

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Register for Dairy Strong

Source: Voice of Milk

 

Join dairy farmers, industry professionals and agricultural leaders at the 2027 Dairy Strong conference set to take place at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. It will kick off at the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame on Jan. 13, followed by a full day of programming on Jan. 14. Registration is now open. Secure your spot today!

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Labor Shortage

Dairy labor efficiency: Where farms can save time, money and stress:

Source: Voice of Milk

 

Labor has always been one of the highest costs on a dairy farm, second only to feed for most operations. With ongoing labor shortages and rising wage pressures, dairy producers are being forced to take a closer look at how labor is managed and where efficiencies can be gained. In a recent Dairy Stream episode, Brad Herkenoff, Senior Dairy Lending Specialist at Compeer Financial, shared insights into labor costs, hidden inefficiencies, automation opportunities and what the future of dairy labor may look like.

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Local and National Updates

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Section 338 Tariff Takes Effect; U.S., Canada Both Pledge Escalation

Source: ST&R Trade

 

The U.S. has imposed its first-ever Section 338 tariff, on imports from Canada, after weeks of negotiations failed to yield an agreement to avoid it. Both sides have pledged actions that would further escalate a burgeoning trade war.

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A good day advocating for dairy: Secretary Rollins visits Penterman family's farm

Source: Dairy Star

 

The Pentermans hosted U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Wisconsin 7th district congressional candidate Michael Alfonso and his family Aug. 3 at Dutch Dairy LLC. The 900-cow family dairy farm is located near Thorp. The Pentermans’ sons — Evan, Izaak and Ethan — help on the farm around their school and sports schedules.

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South Dakota lawmakers weigh difficult path to passing farm bill in 2026

Source: Brownfield Ag News

 

The South Dakota Congressional delegation says a farm bill will need bipartisan support if it’s going to cross the finish line by the end of the year. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, a member of the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee, says lawmakers are still trying to find a path forward on a farm bill.

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Expanding into dairy processing

Source: Dairy Star

 

Senate Ag Committee tours Riverview Dairy’s current venture: the Stevens Milk Plant. 

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