USDA West Butter 03/18 15:00

AMS_1091 MARS

Butter - West U.S.

Released on March 18, 2026

Cream production is strong in the West, as milk output remains up from this 
time last year. Cream multiples are trending higher in the region. Class II 
cream demand is picking up, and cream inventories are tightening somewhat. Some 
butter makers say they are reducing their cream purchasing as they are somewhat 
reluctant of higher cream multiples. Butter makers are running busy production 
schedules in the region. In domestic markets, retail demand is strong, but food 
service interest is steady. Export demand is strong, but somewhat lighter this 
week due to increasing shipping costs. Spot loads of butter are available.

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

Basis Pricing - 80% Butterfat:               -0.05-0.07


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

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