USDA Ctrl & West Whey Protein 03/12 13:35

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Whey Protein Concentrate - Central and West U.S.

Released on March 12, 2026

Whey protein concentrate (WPC) 34% prices were mixed this week as the lower end 
of the range moved higher and the upper end eased slightly, keeping the mostly 
range unchanged. Elevated low/medium heat nonfat dry milk prices continue to 
attract feed demand, and some food grade WPC 34% is moving into feed channels 
near the bottom of the mostly range, supporting a steady to firm tone. 
Production was steady to lighter due to strong interest in higher protein 
products and some processors opting to sell liquid whey solids at a premium 
rather than produce WPC 34%. Inventories remain tight; meanwhile, WPC 80% 
demand remains strong with second quarter pricing indications at or above $9.00 
for regular product and about $9.50 for instantized.

Prices for: Central/West US, All First Sales, F.O.B., N/A, Edible Whey Protein 
Concentrate
Price Range - 34% Protein; Dollars per Pound: 1.5 - 1.755
Mostly Range - 34% Protein; Dollars per Pound: 1.55 - 1.7


Information for the period March 9 - 13, 2026, issued weekly

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