The USDA is forecasting reduced milk production this year and growth in 2024. The agency is calling for larger cow inventories this year with slower milk per cow growth, then dairy cows to see production growth and an additional milking day in 2024.
In its May supply and demand report, the USDA raised its forecast for 2023 butter and nonfat dry milk prices because of strong demand, while cheese and whey prices were lowered.
