USDA Central States Print Butter 09/09 13:10

AMS_1089 MARS

Butter - Central U.S.

Released on September 09, 2026

Milk production in the Central region tightened slightly, as warmer weather 
moved through the area. Industry contacts report Class I processors continue to 
draw available spot milk volumes. Cream supplies are steady, with contacts 
noting the recent holiday contributing to reduced spot market activity. Butter 
makers in the region continue to indicate spot loads are trending toward Class 
II and Class III processors. Butter markets remain active but stable overall. 
Grade AA butter is holding steady, trading roughly flat to the CME. Inventories 
of 80 percent butterfat remain ample, while stocks of 82 percent butterfat are 
reported to be tight.

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 September 7 - 11, 2026, issued weekly

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