USDA West Nonfat Dry Milk 03/19 12:55

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Nonfat Dry Milk - West U.S.

Released on March 19, 2026

The price range and mostly price series for low/medium heat nonfat dry milk 
(NDM) both shifted higher in the West this week. Domestic demand is unchanged. 
International interest is generally steady, but stakeholders say export demand 
from purchasers in Mexico is strong. Spot inventories remain tight in the 
region. Production is steady from last week but down from this time last year. 
Plant managers say milk is being diverted to dairy products with higher 
protein, amid bullish markets and strong demand. Prices for high heat NDM 
increased across the range this week. Production is steady but remains light 
overall. Inventories are tight and demand is unchanged.

Prices for: West, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra & Grade A, Edible Nonfat Dry 
Milk
Price Range - High Heat; Dollars per Pound: 1.75 - 1.88


Prices for: West, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra & Grade A, Edible Nonfat Dry 
Milk
Price Range - Low & Medium Heat; Dollars per Pound: 1.65 - 1.83
Mostly Range - Low & Medium Heat; Dollars per Pound: 1.68 - 1.75


Information for the period March 16 - 20, 2026, issued weekly

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