Milk production in California is strong. Some handlers report a sentiment of being firmly in the peak of spring milk output. Central Valley manufacturers convey milk volumes are more balanced with production capacities heading into the holiday weekend, but spot milk loads are available. Class I, III, and IV demands are steady. Class II demand is stronger as ice cream production is noted as picking up. According to the California Department of Water Resources, as of April 15, 2025, total precipitation is up 0.30 inch from the historical mean for the current water year. According to the California Department of Water Resources, as of April 16, 2025, the estimated total statewide reservoir storage was 31.80 million acre feet, which is 118 percent of the historical average.
In Arizona, farm level milk output is strong. Manufacturers indicate milk intakes are meeting the needs of production plans. Demand for Class I is lighter with many educational institutions having either spring recess or a break for the holiday weekend. Class II, III, and IV demands are steady.
Milk production in New Mexico is seasonally stronger. Demands for all Classes are steady.
For the Pacific Northwest, handlers convey milder than typical weather is contributing to stronger milk production. Manufacturers note milk intakes are above anticipated volumes as well. Demand for Class I remains lighter. All other Class demands are steady.
Farm level milk output in the mountain states of Idaho, Utah, and Colorado, varies from steady to stronger. Manufacturers generally indicate plenty of milk is around and spot milk loads can be had for buyers looking to secure them. That said, Idaho/Utah stakeholders also don't describe spot milk demand as robust. Class II demand is stronger, particularly from ice cream manufacturers. All other Class demands are unchanged.
Cream remains steadily available. Demand varies from somewhat lighter to somewhat stronger. Cream multiples moved lower on the bottom end of both ranges. Condensed skim milk is widely available. Demand is mixed.
