MD_DA210

     Fluid Milk and Cream - Eastern U.S.

     Report 5 - Released on January 30, 2019

     Milk output off Northeast farms is slightly making its way up in some areas. Harmfully cold
     weather conditions are in parts of the region. Many market participants are prepared for
     slowdowns along transportation routes and potential power outages. Class I sales have
     increased currently. Some balancing plants are receiving more milk loads this week.
     Currently, Mid-Atlantic milk production is unchanged as volumes are fairly flat. Some
     operations are below capacity at this time. Southeast milk output is level in some areas,
     and slightly coming up in other areas this week. There is an uptick in Class I sales. Many
     manufacturing plants are not receiving milk. Florida milk production has increased.
     Temperatures continue to be cooler in the area. Class I sales are strong right now. Cream
     supplies are available in the East. Some manufacturers are purchasing on the spot market for
     production needs. Cream multiples currently range 1.05-1.25. Manufacturers' butter churns
     are active. Condensed skim sales have increased this week. Some operations are focused on
     condensed skim orders.

     Northeastern U.S., F.O.B. Condensed Skim
     Price Range - Class II; $/LB Solids:         0.70 - 0.76
     Price Range - Class III; $/LB Solids:        0.70 - 0.75


     Northeastern U.S., F.O.B. Cream
     Multiples Range - All Classes:               1.0500 - 1.2500
     Price Range - Class II; $/LB Butterfat:      2.3415 - 2.7875


     Information for the period January 28 -  February 1, 2019, issued weekly
     Published by:
     Dairy Market News - Madison, WI
     JESSICA MUELLER, 608-422-8589
     Email: Jessica.Mueller@ams.usda.gov

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