USDA Central Dry Whey 05/21 13:25

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Dry Whey - Central U.S.

Released on May 21, 2026

In the Central region, the top of the dry whey price range decreased this week. 
Prices are unchanged at the bottom of the range and across the mostly price 
series. Domestic demand for dry whey is steady, and contacts say interest 
varies by manufacturer. Export interest is increasing, though some 
international purchasers are only interested in dry whey produced by certain 
manufacturers. Inventories are growing overall, but purchasers looking for 
specific brands or loads that meet certain stringent specifications say those 
loads are difficult to find. Dry whey production is increasing, but some plant 
managers say they remain focused on higher whey protein concentrates and are 
not producing much dry whey. Animal feed whey prices are unchanged. Production 
is limited, inventories are tight, and demand remains light.

Prices for: Central, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra & Grade A, Edible Dry Whey
Price Range - Non-Hygroscopic; Dollars per Pound: 0.58 - 0.71
Mostly Range - Non-Hygroscopic; Dollars per Pound: 0.6 - 0.68


Prices for: Central, All First Sales, F.O.B., N/A, Non-Edible Dry Whey
Price Range - Animal Feed - Milk Replacer; Dollars per Pound: 0.35 - 0.37


Information for the period May 18 - 22, 2026, issued weekly

Secondary Sourced Information:

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