USDA Northeast Print Butter 08/19 14:20

AMS_1090 MARS

Butter - East U.S.

Released on August 19, 2026

Butter production in the East remains steady, supported by ample milk supplies 
and plants operating five days a week. Producers are building inventories in 
anticipation of increased demand from post-Labor Day retail promotions and 
holiday baking. Retail butter demand and private label sales remain stable. 
Butter trading is active, with CME spot prices moving in line with the National 
Dairy Product Sales Report. Butter produced outside of the US continues to 
trade at a significant premium to U.S. butter, supporting exports. Cream 
multiples remain steady, with limited trading on tight inventory. Overall, the 
butter market tone is steady.

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

Basis Pricing - 80% Butterfat:               -0.02-0.05


Information for the period August 17 - 21, 2026, issued weekly

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