California milk production is strengthening week over week from summer declines. Manufacturers report processing capacities are handling milk volumes, despite some production and transportation challenges. Handlers report spot milk loads are finding homes. According to the California Department of Water Resources, as of September 30, 2025, the 2024-25 Water Year ended with 0.89 inches below the historical mean in statewide precipitation. Despite the lower precipitation total, the estimated statewide reservoir storage is above the historical average.
New Mexico and Arizona farm level milk output is steadily increasing from summer lows. Manufacturers indicate processing capacities are handling the rising milk volumes.
Pacific Northwest milk production is stronger. Stakeholders report plenty of milk for processors and spot milk loads are widely available. Some sellers report challenges in finding homes for spot milk loads.
In the mountain states of Idaho, Utah, and Colorado, week over week milk production is strengthening. These handlers indicate there is more than adequate milk volumes for processing. Spot milk loads are available. All Class demands are steady throughout the region. Stakeholders note
UF milk demand is increasing because cream is readily available this year. Cream demand is mixed. Cream multiples sharply decreased for the bottom ends of the ranges and increased slightly for the top end of the ranges. Condensed skim milk availability is somewhat looser, and demand is somewhat stronger.
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