USDA Dry Buttermilk-Central and East 03/19 12:00

AMS_1044 MARS

Dry Buttermilk - East and Central U.S.

Released on March 19, 2026

The demand for buttermilk powder (BMP) remains high for the Central and East 
regions. Buyers continue to scour the spot market for any available spot 
volumes. The price for BMP is rising to keep pace with nonfat dry milk. As a 
result, the bottom of the BMP range rose to $1.40/lb. Inventories of BMP remain 
very tight with manufacturers producing enough to meet contractual 
requirements. Nonfat dry milk production continues to take priority over BMP. 
Manufacturers are fielding calls for any spot availability including partial 
loads.

Prices for: Central/East US, All First Sales, F.O.B., Edible Buttermilk Powder
Price Range - ; Dollars per Pound: 1.4 - 1.54


Information for the period March 16 - 20, 2026, issued weekly

Secondary Sourced Information:

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