Value of U.S. Dairy Exports Up 32% in 2007

Posted by Brian Gould Fri, 02 Nov 2007 15:01:00 GMT

International markets continue to provide profitable outlets for U.S. dairy producers, as evidenced by strong export growth during the first six months of 2007. From January through July, U.S. dairy exports increased 32% from a year ago. This represents more than 11% of U.S. milk production (on a total solids basis), up from 9.3% for 2006. Analysts predict exports could top $2.4 billion this year if the trend continues.