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     Whey Protein Concentrate - Central and Western U.S.

     Report 7 - Released on February 14, 2019

     Whey protein concentrate 34% prices are unchanged across both the range and mostly price
     series. Production is generally steady, but some manufacturers are shifting more production
     focus to higher protein concentrations as they see a firming trend for those products. WPC
     34% inventories are mixed. Buyers say they have no trouble getting WPC34% from some sources,
     but cannot get any WPC34% from other sources. A few manufacturers report stocks have grown
     somewhat, while others suggest end users, eager to assure coverage, are keeping supplies
     tight. WPC 34% is moving well through existing contracts. Spot demand is relatively steady.
     However, that demand is dependent on how finicky the buyer and how easily the end user can
     substitute the WPC34% with other protein sources. A few manufacturers report getting
     pushback on prices from some buyers.
     Prices for: Central and Western U.S., All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra Grade, Conventional,
     and Edible Whey Protein Concentrate
     Price Range - 34% Protein; $/LB:                       .7600 - 1.0575
     Mostly Range - 34% Protein; $/LB:                      .8350 - .9625


     Information for the period February 11 - 15, 2019, issued weekly

     Published by:
     Dairy Market News - Madison, WI
     MIKE BANDLI, (608)422-8592
     Email: mike.bandli@ams.usda.gov

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