USDA NE & SE Nonfat Dry Milk 03/26 13:20

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Nonfat Dry Milk - East and Central U.S.

Released on March 26, 2026

Prices for low/medium heat nonfat dry milk (NDM) reached heights not seen since 
the spring of 2024 this week. The top of the Central and East region price 
range reached $2 and the CME daily cash call price for Grade A NDM moved into 
the $1.90s, up to$1.9375, as of report publication. In the Central and East 
regions, prices for low/medium heat NDM increased across the range and mostly 
price series. Contacts say tight inventories remain the primary factor driving 
prices higher. Some spot purchasers say they are having more success finding 
spot loads in the West, though inventories are also tight in that region. 
Domestic demand is steady, while export demand is mixed. Some purchasers say 
high prices are deterring international purchasers, while others report market 
participants in Mexico are willing to pay prices above the range to secure 
loads. Milk production is trending higher and contacts say strong demand for 
condensed skim milk persists from other dairy processors. Plant managers say 
they are running busy schedules making low/medium heat NDM, but production 
remains down from this time last year. The price range for high heat NDM also 
shifted upwards this week. Demand is strengthening, but production remains 
limited, and inventories are tight.

Prices for: Central/East US, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra & Grade A, Edible 
Nonfat Dry Milk
Price Range - High Heat; Dollars per Pound: 1.89 - 2.06


Prices for: Central/East US, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra & Grade A, Edible 
Nonfat Dry Milk
Price Range - Low & Medium Heat; Dollars per Pound: 1.83 - 2
Mostly Range - Low & Medium Heat; Dollars per Pound: 1.9 - 1.97


Information for the period March 23 - 27, 2026, issued weekly

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