Even as dairy prices hit record levels, the state is preparing to send relief checks totaling $3.6 million to about 180 dairy farmers. ( David Paul Morris/Getty) David Paul Morris/Getty

Consumer Beat

Milking the wallet

Strong demand and supply problems have pushed prices as high as $5 a gallon, and they may go higher

By Bruce Mohl

Globe Staff / July 15, 2007

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Boston milk prices soared to their highest level ever this month as tightening national and world markets for dairy products pushed up the cost of cheese, yogurt, ice cream, chocolate, and even pizza. (Full article: 1109 words)