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• Feb 5, 2019

  Global Dairy eBrief Exclusive 02/05/2019

  Member Services > Periodicals > Global Dairy Ebrief Exclusives Articles > Global Dairy Ebrief Exclusive 02 > 05 > 2019 - by Nina Bakht Halal

  After a strong start to 2018, dairy purchases from the Middle East region slumped in the second half. In the August-November period, imports were down 16 percent, with a 26-percent drop-off in milk powder. The region’s largest importers, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), saw t

• Tariff Tracker

  Member Services > Tariff Tracker

  The 2025 Dairy Tariff Tracker is a resource developed by USDEC to provide members with timely updates on international tariff developments affecting U.S. dairy exports. This tool offers a country-by-country overview of proposed and implemented U.S. tariffs, corresponding foreign responses, and the s

• Aug 6, 2025

  News Release: 8/6/2025

  Newsroom > News Releases > News Releases > News Release 8 > 6 > 2025

  ARLINGTON, VA – A first-of-its-kind study published in the peer-reviewed journal Food Policy concludes that by complementing local production, U.S. dairy exports to lower and middle-income countries (LMICs) significantly increased availability of critical nutrients that help combat malnu

• Aug 5, 2025

  The Market Fundamentals of Cheddar in China

  Research & Data > Research Reports > Research Reports > Market Research Reports > The Market Fundamentals Of Cheddar In China

  China’s market is complex, with politics, tariffs, and a push for self-sufficiency creating challenges for U.S. cheese exporters. Yet the fundamentals of China’s cheddar market point to steady, long-term demand. This summary, built on USDEC’s custom research and the latest 2025 dat

• Aug 5, 2025

  International Cheese Demand Landscape Global Executive Summary

  Research & Data > Research Reports > Research Reports > Market Research Reports > International Cheese Demand Landscape Global Executive Summary

  As the final installment of the International Cheese Demand Landscape series, this global executive summary highlights where and how U.S. cheddar- and gouda-style cheeses can capture market share across 17 international markets. While each market presents unique dynamics, the greatest volume potenti

• Aug 4, 2025

  News Release: 8/4/2025

  Newsroom > News Releases > News Releases > News Release 8 > 4 > 2025

  ARLINGTON, VA – The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) today applauded the Senate's confirmation of Luke Lindberg to the position USDA Under Secretary of Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs. Statement from Krysta Harden, President and

• Jan 31, 2025

  MENA International Cheese Demand Landscape

  Research & Data > Research Reports > Research Reports > Market Research Reports > Mena International Cheese Demand Landscape X22659

  This chapter, part of a broader study on U.S. cheddar opportunities in 17 international markets, highlights MENA’s growing reliance on global cheese supply chains. With KSA and UAE driving demand through rapid food service diversification and tourism growth, the region offers potential for U.S

• Feb 28, 2025

  Japan International Cheese Demand Landscape

  Research & Data > Research Reports > Research Reports > Market Research Reports > Japan International Cheese Demand Landscape

  This chapter, as part of a broader study on U.S. cheddar opportunities in 17 international markets, highlights Japan’s advanced cheese market with growing demand for cheddar and gouda. While tariffs protect domestic production, trade agreements have made imports more competitive, with the U.S.

• Jul 28, 2025

  News Release: 7/28/2025

  Newsroom > News Releases > News Releases > News Release 7 > 28 > 2025

  ARLINGTON, VA – The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) Executive Vice President for Policy Development & Strategy, Jaime Castaneda, and Senior Vice President for Global Economic Affairs, Will Loux, testified today before the U.S. Internati

• Jul 28, 2025

  MENA Pizza Cheese Landscape

  Research & Data > Research Reports > Research Reports > Market Research Reports > Mena Pizza Cheese Landscape

  As part of a global study on U.S. pizza cheese opportunities in 13 international markets, this chapter highlights why MENA stands out. Strong food service and retail demand, a growing tourism sector, and rising interest in Western cuisine create emerging opportunities, despite moderate trade barrier