Dairy Farmers of Washington Executive Director Steve Seppi said many farmers are currently struggling just to break even. Eastern Washington dairy farmers Henry Benthem and Chris Baginski both said they are struggling to break even.
October 21, 2023
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Eastern WA dairy farmers discuss market challenges, optimism.
MOSES LAKE – Dairy farmers have had a rough summer, but things may be looking up, according to the Dairy Farmers of Washington, the Washington State Dairy Federation and area dairy farmers. “The dairy industry landscape this last year, I think it's kind of a mixed bag,” Dairy Farmers of Washington Executive Director Steve Seppi said. “I think the same inflation that's hitting all consumers across all categories… it's had a significant impact on the dairy industry.” ...