USDA Central States Print Butter 07/15 13:45

AMS_1089 MARS

Butter - Central U.S.

Released on July 15, 2026

Contacts in the Central region say summer heat continues to negatively impact 
milk output and component levels. Contacts say component levels and cream 
production are declining at a more rapid pace than expected. Spot cream offers 
are limited, and Class II purchasers are securing most of the volume being 
offered. Some butter makers say they are looking for additional volumes of 
cream to keep churns active. Butter production is steady to lighter, as some 
plants have downtime this week. Domestic demand for butter is unchanged, and 
export interest is strong. Spot loads of butter are available to meet current 
market demands.

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

Basis Pricing - 80% Butterfat:               -0.03-0.02


Information for the period July 13 - 17, 2026, issued weekly

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