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     Dry Whey - Central U.S.

     Report 33 - Released on August 15, 2019

     Dry whey prices were unchanged. Dry whey trading was quiet on the spot market. Producers
     suggest there is interest, but end users seem to be testing the waters and committed
     purchases are nominal. Production is active and increasing. Some contacts suggest as high-
     protein blends (WPC 80% and whey protein isolates) have experienced some bearishness this
     summer, more production focus will be pushed into drying whey powder. That said, dry whey
     market prices received a shot in the arm midweek. Animal feed whey prices slipped on the
     range. Traders suggest buyers¶ sentiment is similar to those of food-grade whey buyers, they
     are interested but prices are expected to be highly favorable. Generally, whey markets are
     uncertain. Trade issues and the swine flu epidemic in Asia continue to loom over markets.
     However, a generally lower amount of milk in the region has some contacts hopeful for better
     days ahead in Q3 and Q4.
     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:                       .2400 - .2700


     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:                   .3000 - .3700
     Mostly Range - Non-Hygroscopic; $/LB:                  .3400 - .3600


     Information for the period August 12 - 16, 2019, issued weekly

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     Dairy Market News - Madison, WI
     ISRAEL WEBER, 608-422-8601
     Email: israel.weber@usda.gov

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