USDA Central Fluid Milk & Cream 04/02 13:30

AMS_1100 MARS

Fluid Milk and Cream - Central U.S.

Released on April 02, 2026

Milk production is increasing in the Central region, and contacts say output 
remains up from last year. Some plants have scheduled downtime due to an 
upcoming spring holiday, contributing to lighter demand for all Classes of 
milk. Contacts report light demand for Class I milk as some educational 
institutions are out for spring break. Contacts say they are receiving 
additional offers for spot milk due to downtime at plants in the region and 
increasing milk production. Some cheesemakers report securing additional spot 
loads of milk at discounted prices compared to previous weeks. Reported spot 
prices for Class III milk range from $7-under to $2-under. Contacts say demand 
from Class II and Class III processors is lighter this week, but inventories 
remain somewhat snug. Demand for cream from butter makers is light, as plant 
managers continue to use volumes from within their network to keep churns 
active.

Midwest, F.O.B. Cream
Range - All Classes; Dollars per Pound               1.9971 - 2.3602
Range - All Classes; Factor Pricing                  1.1 - 1.3
Range - Class II; Dollars per Pound                  2.1786 - 2.3602
Range - Class II; Factor Pricing                     1.2 - 1.3


Midwest, F.O.B. Milk
Range - Class III; $ Per CWT                         -7 - -2


Information for the period March 30 - April 3, 2026, issued weekly

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