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Dairy Markets & Policy
Dairy Markets and Policy
Leonard Polzin serves as a Dairy Markets and Policy Outreach Specialist. His role involves integrating research findings into outreach efforts aimed at agricultural industry stakeholders at both the state and national levels. Leonard’s outreach education programs primarily revolve around dairy markets and policy. Specifically, his work focuses on:
- Domestic and export dairy market conditions
- Price outlook and futures market expectations
- Dairy price risk management programs
- Federal Milk Marketing Orders
- Evolving structure of the farm and processing sector
With considerable experience as an educator and analyst, Polzin has developed and delivered programs covering a wide range of topics, including market analysis, outlook, market expectations, risk management, and policy analysis.

Leonard Polzin
Dairy Markets and Policy
Outreach Specialist
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▶ Watch: 2025 Ag Forum | Leonard Polzin on Dairy Situation and Outlook
Hear about the current state of the dairy market, focusing on the influences of processing capacity, beef prices, policy implications, and production costs.
Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) Update for 2025
The Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program continues to serve as a critical risk management tool for dairy producers, helping mitigate the impact of volatile milk and feed prices. This article provides an update on key provisions, eligibility requirements, risk management considerations, and historical performance insights for the DMC program.
Why Does the Price of a Gallon of Milk Vary Across the U.S.?
This article highlights an defines the intricate interplay between Federal Milk Marketing Orders, transportation costs, regional supply and demand, and local market dynamics.
Evaluating the Implications of the USDA AMS Final Decision on Federal Milk Marketing Orders (FMMOs)
The USDA AMS issued a final decision to amend the uniform pricing formulas for all 11 FMMOs. The amendments, which include adjustments to formulas and factors, must now be approved by eligible producers through a referendum.