USDA E. Fluid Milk & Cream Review 02/19 12:30

AMS_1101 MARS

Fluid Milk And Cream - East U.S.

Released on February 19, 2026

Seasonally strong milk production continues throughout the East region. Despite 
this, some facilities are having difficulty securing loads of milk. Milk 
distribution to new, larger facilities is pulling milk from other facilities. 
Milk components remain strong with fat content higher than this time last year. 
Class I production is steady to strong. Bottlers are taking in full contract 
loads of milk to meet demand. Class II production is increasing in the region 
with several facilities taking in spot loads of cream to bolster production. 
Class III production is balanced with demand this week. Manufacturers indicate 
good retail demand is keeping production schedules busy. Some facilities are 
looking for spot loads of condensed skim to supplement milk supplies. Class IV 
production is strong. Butter and milk powder prices are on the rise and 
manufacturers are taking advantage of the opportunity by keeping churns and 
dryers operating seven days a week. Cream multiples increased at the bottom of 
the range this week, but no change at the top of the range. Condensed skim 
demand is growing in the region. Contacts indicate some difficulty in securing 
loads of condensed skim for Class III operations.

Northeast, F.O.B. Condensed Skim
Range - Class II; Dollars per Pound                  1.21 - 1.46
Range - Class III; Dollars per Pound                 1.29 - 1.54


Northeast, F.O.B. Cream
Range - All Classes; Dollars per Pound               1.8376 - 2.2552
Range - All Classes; Factor Pricing                  1.1 - 1.35
Range - Class II; Dollars per Pound                  2.0046 - 2.2552
Range - Class II; Factor Pricing                     1.2 - 1.35


Information for the period February 16 - 20, 2026, issued weekly

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