The Dairy Download

Ep. 126 - Export Opportunities for U.S. Dairy

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Show Notes

Dairy exports are essential to the continued growth of the U.S. dairy industry, but expanding global demand requires more than finding new customers. In this episode of The Dairy Download, we explore the opportunities, challenges and strategies shaping the future of U.S. dairy exports and the importance of building a more diversified global customer base. Tune in for insights from Kyle Jensen, Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing at Hilmar, and Martin Bates, President of Global Relati...

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