Both block and barrel cheese prices remained unchanged at $1.7075 and $1.60 respectively. There was an offer for a load of blocks remaining at the close. Dry whey price increased 0.25 cent closing at 57.25 with one load traded. This provides minor support to Class III futures with contracts ranging from 5 cents lower to 7 cents higher. Most contracts are steady to higher. Butter price fell back 2.50 cents taking back most of the gain of yesterday. Price closed at $1.7275 with 16 loads traded. Grade A nonfat dry milk price declined a penny closing at $1.36 with 5 loads traded. Class IV futures have not yet traded. Butter futures are 2.00 cents lower to 0.25 cent higher. Dry whey futures are unchanged to 0.65 cent higher.
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California handlers report milk production is continuing to strengthen. January 2026 milk output is noted as up from December 2025 and year ...
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For California, milk production continues to be seasonally stronger. However, many handlers note milk output increase paces are slowing. Som...
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Milk production in California is strong. Some handlers report a sentiment of being firmly in the peak of spring milk output. Central Valley ...
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In California, signs that spring has arrived on time, or even ahead of schedule, continue to be relayed from contacts regarding seasonal mil...
