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Mastering the Future: Revolutionizing Dairy Trading and Risk Management Across Continents. I’m thrilled to share an exciting update on my career journey and a new chapter that’s just begun. On April 1, 2025, I’ll join Hoogwegt, a global leader in dairy products and
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Trump says U.S. may have to 'unwind' trade deals and will 'suffer greatly' if it loses tariff case.Reuters – Sept. 3 . President Trump said the U.S. might have to "unwind" trade deals it reached with the European Union, Japan and South Korea, among others, if it loses a Supreme.
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The surprising reasons behind butter’s rapid decline.Dairy Herd Management – Sept. 3 . Last week, butter prices were hit hard, losing 19¢ in the spot market and closing the month out at $2.045 per pound, which is the lowest price seen since Dec. 6, 2021. Just one year ago, butter.
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Global Dairy Trade Auction Records 4.3% Decline: The latest GDT auction on September 2 saw an overall index drop of 4.3%, with whole milk powder down 5.3% to $3,450/MT and skim milk powder falling 5.1% to $2,850/MT. Butter prices decreased 3.8% to $6,200/MT. Key takeaway:.
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U.S. tariffs reshaping global ag trade flows.Farm Talk – Sept. 2. The imposition of U.S. tariffs and new U.S. trade deals with countries across the globe are expected to reshape agricultural trade flows — on products ranging from beef to grains to oilseeds — in the coming months.
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China tariff meeting stalls.American Ag Network – Sept. 2. After three days of negotiations in Washington, the latest round of U.S.–China tariff talks has stalled — leaving traders to wonder what’s next on the trade front. Meanwhile, big crops are starting to look a little.
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Thompson eyes tariff revenue to fund farm aid.Agri-Pulse Daybreak (Starts at 0:26) – Sept. 3. House Ag Committee Chair Glenn “GT” Thompson says Congress can use tariff revenue to provide a new round of emergency aid to farmers to compensate them for the uncertainty around.
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Starbucks to Launch Protein-Packed Cold Foam, Lattes Later This Month.Starbucks is adding protein-packed cold foam and lattes to its menu starting Sept. 29. The coffee chain is trying to appeal to customers who want to add more protein to their diets. CNBC
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The coffee chain is trying to appeal to customers who want to add more protein to their diets.
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Kraft Heinz Splits, Unwinding Disappointing Merger.Kraft Heinz will split into two companies, one focused on groceries and the other on sauces and spreads, it said on Tuesday, dismantling a packaged goods giant that never achieved the growth expected when it was formed a decade.
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EU Commitment on More US Dairy Raises Questions for Processors. The commitment given by the EU to allow a greater amount of US dairy produce into the bloc tariff free "inevitably raises questions" for EU-based dairy processors and exporters. That is according to the European.
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China’s Xi Redraws Geopolitical Map, Embracing Putin, Modi.President Xi Jinping used a mix of bonhomie and economic allure this week to send Donald Trump a clear message: Beijing has too much global clout to be dictated by the US. Bloomberg
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President Xi Jinping used a mix of bonhomie and economic allure this week to send Donald Trump a clear message: Beijing has too much global clout to be dictated by the US.
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BRICS Leaders Schedule Virtual Meeting to Discuss Trump Tariffs.Brazil’s Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is convening a virtual meeting of BRICS leaders next Monday to discuss Donald Trump’s trade policy, according to four people familiar with the plan. Bloomberg.
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A Historic Change in How Americans Buy Groceries Is Underway as SNAP Benefit Cuts Begin.On Monday, changes to the SNAP program go into effect, with a CBO analysis forecasting 2.4 million fewer Americans, including families with children, will receive federal food benefits.
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GDT -4.3% 🪓
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CEO’s Corner: Dairy is meeting the MAHA moment.NMPF – Sept. 2. Few topics have gained as much discussion in agriculture in the second Trump administration as the Make America Healthy Again initiative, which this month sent its report on food and agriculture to the president. MAHA.
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Why is Milk De-pooled?. Why is milk de-pooled?   Well, it’s all about money. The concept of de-pooling milk from a Federal Order has existed for many decades. Prior to the year 2000, it was not used very often. In the 1900’s, fluid milk was the main use of milk. Class I fluid.
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Colostrum Feeding Recommendations for Calves: Experts advise feeding 6-8% of a calf's body weight in high-quality colostrum (Brix value of 25%) within the first 24 hours to improve health outcomes
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Feeding colostrum with a higher concentration of immunoglobulins at lower volumes is advised to reduce damage to calf gut health
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Tragic Manure Incident on Dairy Farm: Six workers died from cow manure-related hazards on a US dairy farm, underscoring persistent safety risks in the industry.
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