MD_DA530 Dry Whey - Central U.S. Report 2 - Released on January 14, 2021 Dry whey prices moved higher in all facets this week. Dry whey trading was moderately active. End users report offers are not muted, but they are hesitant to take on extra stocks at current asking prices. Mexican buying is active and has definitely benefitted the markets, according to contacts. High protein whey markets have resurfaced from their lulls during summer/fall 2020, and expected production shifts from sweet whey powder to WPC 80% or other higher protein blends are helping boost the markets. Some producers report being contractually obligated throughout the first quarter. Animal feed whey prices broke the $.40 mark this week, as well. Animal feed whey trading picked up slightly, along with prices. Overall, dry whey market tones are bullish. Prices for: Central U.S., All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra Grade & Grade A, Conventional, and Edible Dry Whey Price Range - Animal Feed; $/LB: .3600 - .4100 Prices for: Central U.S., All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra Grade & Grade A, Conventional, and Edible Dry Whey Price Range - Non-Hygroscopic; $/LB: .4200 - .5200 Mostly Range - Non-Hygroscopic; $/LB: .4700 - .5000 Information for the period January 11 - 15, 2021, issued weekly Published by: Dairy Market News - Madison, WI ISRAEL WEBER, 608-422-8601 Email: israel.weber@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