Dossier
Kassie Stannard
Coverage of Kassie Stannard in the Nexus archive.
- 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.
- 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. Recent closures of three dairy plants in two months highlight the industry's challenges, with Vermont farmers losing $8.65 per 100 pounds of milk produced compared to profits in other states.