This week, Gov. Phil Scott announced his proposal for a massive recovery package aimed at supporting businesses, organizations, and farms that have been ravaged by the COVID-19 pandemic. Included in this package is $50 million of earmarked funds for the struggling dairy industry, aimed at supporting both farmers and processors. There is no question that dairy farmers have been hit hard by the pandemic, with many farmers resorting to dumping their milk as milk prices have spiraled down after a relatively pro … (read more)
