Dairy delivers $779B in economic impact, supporting 3.3M jobs
- amy55735
- Jun 11
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The International Dairy Foods Association recently released its updated Dairy Delivers report, showcasing the U.S. dairy industry’s immense economic and social impact.
The 2025 analysis reveals that dairy supports more than 3.05 million American jobs, provides $197.6 billion in wages, and contributes nearly $780 billion in total economic impact. Additionally, the industry generates $83 billion in federal, state, and local tax revenues and exports $8.2 billion worth of products annually.
“The data is clear: dairy runs deep in every community across America,” said Michael Dykes, D.V.M., president and CEO of IDFA. “From family-owned dairy farms to processors, retailers, and community businesses, dairy supports livelihoods, sustains local economies, and delivers real value to the people who depend on it. These numbers reflect more than economics — they reflect the reach and relevance of dairy in the daily lives of Americans.”
By AGDAILY Reporters
Published: June 10, 2025
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