USDA Central Dry Whey 03/19 13:50

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Dry Whey - Central U.S.

Released on March 19, 2026

Prices for dry whey are steady at the bottom of the range but decreased at the 
top in the Central region. Meanwhile, the bottom of the mostly price series 
moved lower and the top is unchanged. Domestic demand is light. Export interest 
is mixed. Prices near the bottom of the range are more competitive with loads 
produced internationally and contributing to increased interest, but some 
contacts note increasing transportation costs is limiting the price advantage. 
Spot loads are becoming more available, though some manufacturers say their 
inventories remain tight. Dry whey production is picking up in the region. 
Manufacturers with the ability to produce whey protein concentrate 80% and whey 
protein isolate remain focused on these products, limiting dry whey output 
compared to previous years. The price range for animal feed whey is unchanged. 
Contacts say markets remain quiet, amid limited production, light demand, and 
tight inventories.

Prices for: Central, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra & Grade A, Edible Dry Whey
Price Range - Non-Hygroscopic; Dollars per Pound: 0.55 - 0.72
Mostly Range - Non-Hygroscopic; Dollars per Pound: 0.58 - 0.7


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 March 16 - 20, 2026, issued weekly

Secondary Sourced Information:

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