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2026 Dairy Market Deep Dive with Corey Geiger and Ben Laine
As the calendar turns to 2026, dairy economists Corey Geiger and Ben Laine join the Hoard’s Dairyman Podcast to unpack what lies ahead for dairy demand, milk prices, and consumer behavior. While milk production is climbing both in the U.S. and globally, the industry is facing a familiar challenge: supply is growing faster than demand, putting pressure on milk prices early in the year.
Despite the headwinds, Geiger and Laine highlight several bright spots. U.S. retail dairy sales continue to grow, exports are strong, and demand for high-protein dairy products is surging. Categories like…
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