USDA West Fluid Milk 05/21 12:15

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Fluid Milk and Cream - West U.S.

Released on May 21, 2026

California milk production varies from steady to lighter for week 21. 
Stakeholders indicate warmer temperatures are reducing cow comfort in some 
areas. May 2026 milk production is up slightly compared to last month. Milk 
output continues to be up significantly year-over-year. Manufacturers note milk 
intakes are above expectations but are manageable. Although spot loads remain 
available, Central Valley processors describe milk volumes as balanced. In 
Arizona and New Mexico, farm level milk output varies from steady to lighter. 
Some manufacturers are securing spot milk loads. Milk production in the Pacific 
Northwest is steady. Some stakeholders indicate milk volumes are somewhat 
tight. In the mountain states of Idaho, Utah, and Colorado, farm level milk 
output is steady. Idaho processors report plenty of milk is available to meet 
needs and components remain strong. Colorado processors report milk volumes 
remain balanced relative to processing capacities. Class I, II, III, and IV 
demands vary from steady to lighter throughout the region with the upcoming 
holiday weekend and summer breaks beginning at educational institutions. Cream 
availability is accommodating buyer needs in the West. Cream demand and 
multiples are steady. No changes in condensed skim milk availability and demand 
are reported this week.

West, F.O.B. Cream
Range - All Classes; Dollars per Pound               1.6385 - 1.9662
Range - All Classes; Factor Pricing                  1 - 1.2
Range - Class II; Dollars per Pound                  1.8187 - 1.9662
Range - Class II; Factor Pricing                     1.11 - 1.2


Information for the period May 18 - 22, 2026, issued weekly

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