DURHAM, N.H. – A University of New Hampshire survey of organic dairy farmers shows that while the consumer will pay a higher price for their milk, the farmers aren't getting back much of a profit.
Working with the Northeast Organic Dairy Producers Alliance, UNH researchers surveyed 183 northeastern organic dairy farms. They found that 85 percent ranked a steady, fair milk price as their top challenge and highest priority. Integrated pest management was identified as the top animal health priority.
The USDA says even though the market price for organic milk has been stable in recent years, the costs of organic mixed grain feed for the cows have increased substantially, from $380 a ton in 2006 to $720 a ton in 2012.
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