April 14, 2026

Dairy market report

Source: Ever.Ag

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

March inflation data came in near expectations with the Consumer Price Index up 3.3% from 2025, the biggest year-over-year gain since 2024. Consumer sentiment dropped notably, with the University of Michigan index pulling back sharply to 47.6 from the previous month’s 53.3. This was the lowest reading since the survey began in 1978.

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Minnesota dairy assistance bill clears Senate, awaits House action

Source: Brownfield Ag News

A bill to provide financial assistance to Minnesota dairy farmers passed unanimously in the Senate. Ag Committee Chair Aric Putnam says the measure helps cover insurance in case milk prices fall or feed prices rise.

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Energy volatility drives crop prices, shifts 2026 planting decisions

Source: RFD TV

Energy market volatility is driving grain and oilseed prices and reshaping 2026 planting decisions. Tanner Ehmke, an economist with CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange, says rising input costs and shifting price signals are pushing producers toward soybeans and away from corn and wheat.

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U.S. dairy exports push full steam ahead

Source: Progressive Dairy

For the ninth consecutive month, dairy product exports surpassed year-over-year volume in February as cheese led the charge. February cemented the speed at which U.S. dairy exports are moving in today’s global marketplace.

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Undeniably Dairy Grants: Apply by May 1

Source: Midwest Dairy

This grant is for local promotion efforts to showcase that dairy is good for people, the planet and our communities. Apply by May 1 to be evaluated by an Undeniably Dairy Grant selection committee in this funding cycle.

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Overview of dairy markets and policies with Dr. Marin Bozic

Source: Dairy Stream

We are through the first quarter of 2026, and we’ve seen some big items for dairy. Tune in to the latest episode of the Dairy Stream podcast, where Dr. Marin Bozic discusses the key highlights from the past four months, including dairy policy issues, market trends, and more.