Genetic Advancements in Dairy Helping Meet the Protein Craze Demand

ZISK
Oct 29
1 min read

The dairy industry is experiencing an exhilarating transformation, driven by an unprecedented demand for protein across the globe. Gregg Doud, president of the National Milk Producers Federation, captures this phenomenon aptly, describing it as a pivotal moment for dairy.

“Everywhere I go, I tell people we’re having a moment here on the dairy-side of the equation,” he says, emphasizing how dairy’s protein-rich offerings, from cheese to whey, are captivating consumers both domestically and internationally.

U.S. dairy producers are determined to capitalize on this opportunity. A standout example of their efforts is the extraordinary advancement in genetic testing, which have contributed to remarkable increases in production. A testament to this evolution is found at McCarty Family Dairy in Rexford, Kan. Their breakthrough in genetic enhancements has propelled an impressive leap in milk production, soaring from 70 lb. to over 100 lb. per cow daily.

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