U.S. Dairy Exports Volume Sets All-Time High Mark in 2020

Published 2021년 2월 11일

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In 2020, the United States set a record for dairy exports, with nearly 2.4 million metric tons sent out, an 11% increase from the previous year. The export value surpassed $6 billion for the first time since 2014, a 9% increase from 2019. The top markets included Mexico, Canada, China, the Philippines, and South Korea, with China seeing a 45% increase in value over 2019. The top export products were milk powder, fresh and other cheeses, milk albumin, lactose, and infant formula. Michael Dykes, CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association, emphasized the industry's resilience and growth, but noted that industry expansion requires continued support from the Administration and elected officials.

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Michael Dykes, president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), issued a statement based on the info released by USDA. Despite significant disruptions in trade throughout 2020, the United States exported nearly 2.4 million metric tons of dairy goods last year — a record-setting mark, according to data released last week by the Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS). Michael Dykes, president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), issued the following statement: “Last year was yet another banner year for U.S. dairy exports, a testament to the resilience, innovation and growth of the U.S. dairy industry. While logistical issues challenged the industry in 2020 and some continue today, U.S. dairy exports maintained an accelerated pace throughout the year. Export volumes were boosted by 10% over 2019, setting an all-time record for export volumes in one year and pushing export values to more than $6 billion for ...

Source: eDairyNews