MD_DA540 Dry Whey - Western U.S. Report 42 - Released on October 21, 2021 In the West, prices for dry whey increased on both ends of the range. The mostly price series expanded; the bottom moved lower, while the top moved higher. Demand for dry whey is steady to higher in domestic markets. Export demand for dry whey continues to be strong, as contacts report notable interest from purchasers in Asian markets. A shortage of truck drivers and port congestion are causing delays to loads. Spot purchasers report that there is plenty of dry whey available in the region. Milk is available for cheese producers to run busy schedules. Contacts report that labor issues are causing some plants to run shortened schedules. Plant managers with the capability to produce higher whey protein concentrates and permeate are focusing their schedules there, limiting the production of dry whey. Prices for: Western U.S., All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra Grade & Grade A, Conventional, and Edible Dry Whey Price Range - Non-Hygroscopic; $/LB: .5350 - .6025 Mostly Range - Non-Hygroscopic; $/LB: .5400 - .5950 Information for the period October 18 - 22, 2021, issued weekly Published by: Dairy Market News - Madison, WI ROMAN CARAMAN, 608-422-8593 Email: roman.caraman@usda.gov Additional Dairy Market News Information: Dairy Market News (DMN) by Phone: (608)422-8602 DMN Website: https://www.ams.usda.gov/market-news/dairy DMN MARS (My Market News): https://mymarketnews.ams.usda.gov