USDA West Butter 03/25 14:35

AMS_1091 MARS

Butter - West U.S.

Released on March 25, 2026

Seasonal milk output and cream production are strong in the West. Spot cream 
loads are tighter with stronger demand from some Class II and III dairy 
commodity manufacturers. Demand from butter manufacturers is generally 
moderate. Contractual intakes are generally sufficient, and most butter 
producers are not taking in substantial spot volumes with current cream 
pricing. Butter churns remain heavily active. Spot loads of 80 percent 
butterfat butter are available. Traders indicate some old crop loads, in terms 
of CME timing cut offs, are available. Domestic demand is steady. Contacts 
report mixed demand from international buyers and 82 percent butterfat butter 
loads are more available.

Prices for: West, All First Sales, F.O.B., Grade AA, Edible Butter

Basis Pricing - 80% Butterfat:               -0.05-0.04


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

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