Beyond An ‘80s Buyout: A New Voluntary Approach to Dairy Surpluses and Beef Supply
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The dairy industry is no stranger to the relentless cycle of “low prices cure low prices,” a brutal reality where dwindling profits force producers to consider exiting the business. The rearview mirror of history reveals a pattern: When milk prices plummet, the government intervenes.
From the 1980s to more recent times, various assistance programs have attempted to curb milk supply and stabilize prices with mixed results. Now, as dairy producers once again grapple with challenging margins and low milk prices, a new farmer-driven proposal is emerging.
By Karen Bohnert
January 20, 2026 11:02 AM
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