USDA Central States Print Butter                   11/19 13:25
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Butter - Central U.S.

Released on November 19, 2025

Contacts report there is no shortage of milk in the Central region. Output 
remains steady, and components are increasing, up significantly from last year. 
Cream is becoming more available as the Thanksgiving holiday approaches. Churns 
are operating at or near capacity, but some producers are planning for slower 
production next week. There were some reported spot sales of cream to churns 
this week, but the majority of spot cream sales were to Class II and III 
producers as the multiples are higher for those commodities. Retail butter 
sales have increased dramatically recently. Store promotions are up in 
frequency and butter prices are dropping, contributing to increased sales 
activity. Food service sales are light, with little reported activity. Export 
demand is steady, with domestic 82 percent butterfat butter remaining 
competitive on the international market.

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

Basis Pricing - 80% Butterfat:               -0.02-0.05


Information for the period November 17 - 21, 2025, issued weekly