USDA Dry Buttermilk-Central and East 02/26 13:25

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Dry Buttermilk - East and Central U.S.

Released on February 26, 2026

The buttermilk powder (BMP) market is taking advantage of strong demand for 
domestic milk powders. Nonfat dry milk and BMP are both experiencing an 
increase in demand over the past few weeks. In some cases, spot loads of BMP 
are being offered at prices $0.30 higher than the top end of the range from a 
few weeks ago. The bottom of the range did not change this week. BMP 
availability is very tight, and some contacts indicate nonfat dry milk is 
taking priority in the dryers despite ample quantities of buttermilk available 
for drying. Some manufacturers are only making enough BMP to fulfill 
contractual requirements.

Prices for: Central/East US, All First Sales, F.O.B., Edible Buttermilk Powder
Price Range - ; Dollars per Pound: 1.25 - 1.5


Information for the period February 23 - 27, 2026, issued weekly

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