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Dairy Cows Are Producing More Protein and Butterfat Than Ever. What’s Driving It?

Dairy farmers are producing more milk protein and butterfat through advances in genetics, nutrition, and management. Experts explain what’s driving the trend and how producers can benefit.

Mariah Squire

Original contributor via Successful Farming

| November 9, 2026 | 1 min read | Updated Nov 9, 11:00 PM

Dairy Cows Are Producing More Protein and Butterfat Than Ever. What’s Driving It? — Image supplied with the source report: Successful Farming.

Dairy farmers are producing more milk protein and butterfat through advances in genetics, nutrition, and management. Experts explain what’s driving the trend and how producers can benefit.

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