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     Dry Whey - Central U.S.

     Report 5 - Released on January 31, 2019

     Dry whey markets in the region were a little slow this week, likely caused by sub-zero
     temperatures keeping some number of industry actors at home. That said, the dry whey market
     is dividing within itself, similar to the whey protein concentrate 34% market in recent
     years. Preferred brand loads are still moving at or around $.50, while interchangeable loads
     are being pressured into the lower $.40s. Multiple buyers in recent weeks have suggested,
     due to limited warehouse space, they have balked at offers they would typically consider.
     Production and overall availability have increased, with the exception of this week, due to
     multiple plant closures because of the extreme cold. Prices are down slightly on the top of
     the food grade price range and down on the bottom of the mostly. Animal feed whey has become
     more available, as well. Feed buyers have started to pick up activity recently. Animal feed
     whey prices also shifted south.
     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:                       .3500 - .4000


     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:                   .3700 - .5100
     Mostly Range - Non-Hygroscopic; $/LB:                  .4375 - .5000


     Information for the period January 28 -  February 1, 2019, issued weekly

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

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