Sales of butter and butter blends reached $3.52 billion for the 52-week period ending May 15, according to research provided by Chicago-based IRI. This includes all sales at grocery, drug, mass market, convenience, military, and select club and dollar retailers. The $3.52 billion figure represents a 2.2% decrease compared to the 52-week period ending May 15, 2021.
Unit sales of butter and butter blends declined by 7.6% year-over-year to nearly 932 million. However, the price per unit rose 21 cents during the past year to $3.78.