Podcast: Leading the “Whey” into 2026: December Market Update

Podcast: Leading the “Whey” into 2026: December Market Update

In this episode of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, host Peggy Coffeen sits down with HighGround Dairy’s Curtis Bosma to break down the current dairy market landscape as of December 2025 and what lies ahead in 2026. The conversation explores ongoing weakness in cheese and butter markets and the critical role whey has played in supporting Class III milk prices. Curtis also examines how overproduction and avian influenza have influenced milk supplies, while highlighting alternative revenue streams, including beef markets and methane digesters, that are helping support farm profitability. The episode wraps up with practical guidance for dairy producers focused on margin management and strategic planning heading into the new year.

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