USDA West Butter 03/04 14:05

AMS_1091 MARS

Butter - West U.S.

Released on March 04, 2026

Strengthening milk production and strong fat components in milk output continue 
to provide more than sufficient cream volumes for the West. Cream demands from 
some Class II and III manufacturers, such as ice cream and cream cheese 
producers, are seasonally increasing. Despite this, butter manufacturers are 
having their cream needs met. Cream demand from butter manufacturers varies 
from steady to stronger. Domestic butter demand is mixed. Some buyers are 
pushing back on week 10 price increases. The CME butter price started the week 
at $2.1050, which represented a $0.2650 increase from Friday, February 27, 
2026. The CME butter price for Wednesday, March 4 decreased to $2.0200. Export 
demand remains strong in areas not impacted by some global disruptions.

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

Basis Pricing - 80% Butterfat:               -0.03-0.04


Information for the period March 2 - 6, 2026, issued weekly

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