State probes accuracy of protein milk tests and pricing
At a Eau Claire meeting state officials urged more frequent protein testing to match butterfat checks. Dairy groups warn against unstandardized pricing and seek regulatory clarity as plants in Wisconsin pay protein bonuses. potential mandatory action looms. Regional plants in Utah Idaho and California already use protein pricing. UW extension notes protein butterfat ratios vary.
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