USDA Central States Print Butter                   06/24 13:40
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Butter - Central U.S.

Released on June 24, 2026

Central region milk output is steady, but some contacts in the Southwest say 
summer temperatures are starting to have a negative impact on milk output. Milk 
component levels are declining in the region, contributing to lighter cream 
production. Demand for cream is strong from Class II processors. Butter makers 
say they are primarily using volumes from within their network to run busy 
production schedules. Some butter makers are working to build inventories for 
use later in the year. Domestic butter demand is steady to higher, and export 
interest remains strong. Spot purchasers say loads of 80 percent butterfat 
butter remain available, while inventories of 82 percent butter are tighter.

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

Basis Pricing - 80% Butterfat:               -0.03-0.02


Information for the period June 22 - 26, 2026, issued weekly