MD_DA771 Whey Protein Concentrate - Central and Western U.S. Report 48 - Released on December 02, 2021 Prices for whey protein concentrate 34% moved higher this week. Manufacturers suggest end users' demand for proteins has not let up. Processors are still getting regular inquiries from buyers for WPC 34%. Stocks are generally available to meet most buyer needs, however certain brands and WPC 34% that meets tight end user specifications are in short supply. WPC 34% production is stable, but manufacturers are still opting to make the higher whey protein concentrations if they can. 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: 1.1600 - 1.4325 Mostly Range - 34% Protein; $/LB: 1.2400 - 1.3150 Information for the period November 29 - December 3, 2021, issued weekly Published by: Dairy Market News - Madison, WI MIKE BANDLI, (608)422-8592 Email: mike.bandli@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