CREAM MULTIPLES
WEST
Here’s what USDA/AMS had to say:
Class II cream and production alignment fluctuated last week. Cream loads remain mostly available across the region, though Utah reports long cream, and an Idaho plant is down for unplanned repairs. Class IV milk and cream remain consistent, with improved milk-fat components. Contacts note planned downtime for some facilities, but report cream will be redirected to other locations, and no reduction in total cream intake is expected.
CENTRAL
Here’s what USDA/AMS had to say:
Cream supplies in the Central region are steady, with spot loads accessible. Many processors continue to rely heavily on contracted cream volumes. Cream shipments to Mexico remain active, and domestic spot cream continues to move towards Class II and Class III manufacturers. Contacts in the region report that spot cream availability for Class IV use remains tight.
NORTHEAST
Here’s what USDA/AMS had to say:
Class IV butter churns are operating five days per week, aligning with milk and cream supplies and anticipated storage draws during the holiday season. Cream supplies are tighter across the East, with most plants taking maximum contracted volumes and limited spot activity. Northeast cream multiples are above those reported in the Southeast, reflecting stronger regional demand dynamics. Week over week, the low end of reported multiples loosened in line with current market conditions. Available cream is clearing primarily to Class II.
