February 10, 2026  

Only a few weeks away from our 2026 Annual Meeting & Dairy Day at the Capitol

Source: Minnesota Milk

Minnesota dairy farmers and allied businesses are invited to join us at our Annual Dairy Day at the Capitol event on February 24 and 25! This is a valuable opportunity for members to meet with legislators, share their stories and priorities, and advocate for the future of Minnesota dairy. 

Learn more about these events as well as sponsorship opportunities below!

Enroll in DMC program by February 26

Source: Minnesota Milk

Enrollment for the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program is now open with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA).

Since September, we have coordinated with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) and the state FSA to ensure a smooth rollout of Minnesota’s Dairy Assistance, Investment, and Relief Initiative (DAIRI) program that piggy-backs on the DMC program.

Edge joins Agricultural Coalition to support United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement

Source: Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative

Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative was part of 40 farm and agricultural groups that recently launched the Agricultural Coalition for the United-States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, underscoring the accord’s vital role as an economic engine for the U.S. farm economy and calling for its renewal with targeted improvements.
 
As part of the launch, the group unveiled a new website and kicked off an aggressive ad campaign in the nation’s capital, all of which is designed to promote the benefits afforded to the U.S. food and agriculture sector under the USMCA as the administration approaches the 2026 mandatory review.

Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative applauds U.S. signing of new trade agreements with El Salvador, Guatemala & Argentina

Source: Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative

Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the country based on milk, appreciates the United States’ signing of recent trade agreements with El Salvador, Guatemala and Argentina.

The reciprocal trade agreements with El Salvador and Guatemala build on the Dominican Republic-Central America Free Trade Agreement, providing greater market access through reducing long-standing non-tariff barriers.

Planning for the future of your farm or business

Source: University of MN Extension

Planning ahead is key to successfully transferring your farm or business to the next generation. Transfer and estate planning can help protect your operation, assets, and family while reducing uncertainty and avoiding costly mistakes. This resource provides practical guidance to help you get started and plan with confidence.

Undeniably Dairy grants now open!

Source: Midwest Dairy

Midwest Dairy's Undeniably Dairy grants are officially open. The Undeniably Dairy Grant program supports projects that highlight the hard work, innovation, and care behind dairy — and your idea could be next. Applications for round 1 are due March 1.

Upcoming Events

• February 24-25, 2026 | Annual Meeting & Dairy Day at the Capitol
• May 6, 2026 | Ice Cream Day at the Capitol

Thank you to our MN Milk Sponsors

Elite Sponsors

American Foods Group

Compeer Financial

Platinum Sponsors

AgCountry

Agropur

Bank First

Bongard's Premium Cheese

Select Sires

Gold Sponsors

Alltech

American Foods Group

Arnold's of Kimball, Inc.

Minnesota Dairy Initiative

American National

UA 400 Plumbers & Steamfitters