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The nation is craving protein, but Vermont dairy isn’t cashing in
Vermont dairy farms face financial struggles due to high overhead costs, aging infrastructure, and competition from states like Texas, exacerbated by recent dairy plant closures. Vermont farmers report significant losses per 100 pounds of milk produced, contrasting with profits in states like California.
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