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Moreover, the historical entrenchment of subsidies for dairy producers has created a weather-resistant industry. Different from the situation for plant-based brands, dairy farmers enjoy various safety nets which keep them afloat even during market downturns. One example is Dairy Management Incorporated (DMI), a government-funded nonprofit that has tirelessly promoted milk consumption. This kind of support has led to massive overproduction issues, making it difficult for individual operators in the dairy space to find profitability.