USDA West Butter 09/09 13:55

AMS_1091 MARS

Butter - West U.S.

Released on September 09, 2026

The butter market tone is weak in the West. Cream volumes are seasonally tight, 
though some contacts report no downtime was taken over Labor Day, allowing 
limited spot availability. Milk availability continues to strengthen. No 
production issues were reported, and butter production schedules remain stable. 
Some manufacturers say they are intentionally keeping inventories short and 
only producing enough butter to avoid freezing any excess, which may lead to 
tighter stocks heading into the holidays.

Demand for bulk butter is struggling and described as "sloppy" by some 
contacts. Retail and domestic demand remain atypical for this time of year, 
contrasting with the usual holiday baking purchasing patterns. Retail butter 
prices in the West show moderate stability with slight weekly variation, and 
small regional premium swings are noted in the Northwest. International demand 
remains stronger, though evolving global trade conditions and broader 
geopolitical uncertainties are continually monitored for potential market 
impacts.

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

Dollars per Pound - 80% Butterfat:           0-0.35


Information for the period September 7 - 11, 2026, issued weekly

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