USDA Central Dry Whey 02/26 13:40

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Dry Whey - Central U.S.

Released on February 26, 2026

Central region dry whey prices are unchanged across the range and at the top of 
the mostly price series, but the bottom of the mostly price series moved lower. 
Contacts say domestic demand for dry whey is softening overall, but demand is 
steady for loads meeting certain end user specifications or loads from specific 
brands. Export demand for dry whey is light as contacts say domestic loads are 
priced at a premium compared to loads produced in other markets. Spot 
inventories are growing, although contacts say some manufacturers remain sold 
out of spot loads. Dry whey production is steady but limited as some plant 
schedules are focused on higher whey protein concentrates. Animal feed whey 
markets remain quiet, amid light demand and tight inventories. Prices are 
unchanged and contacts say processors continue to secure alternatives at 
competitive prices.

Prices for: Central, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra & Grade A, Edible Dry Whey
Price Range - Non-Hygroscopic; Dollars per Pound: 0.59 - 0.75
Mostly Range - Non-Hygroscopic; Dollars per Pound: 0.64 - 0.71


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 February 23 - 27, 2026, issued weekly

Secondary Sourced Information:

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