The value of the U.S. dollar relative to other currencies can have an impact on our competitiveness and on dairy trade. When the U.S. dollar is weakening relative to other currencies (line on graph trending up), this is favorable for U.S. export prospects. When the U.S. dollar is strengthening relative to other currencies (line on graph trending down), this is unfavorable for U.S. export prospects. The graphs above show the trends.