USDA Central Dry Whey 05/22 10:35

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Dry Whey - Central U.S.

Released on May 22, 2025

Both ends of the Central region dry whey price range moved higher this week and 
prices increased at the bottom of the mostly price series. Domestic demand is 
strong, but stakeholders say demand is particularly notable for specific 
brands. Manufacturers of these brands have tight availability, so purchasers 
are often paying a premium to secure spot loads. Export interest strengthened 
somewhat in the last week, though some contacts suggest this demand may be 
short lived due to market uncertainty. Dry whey production remains strong in 
the Central region. Spot milk prices continue to trade as low as $7 under Class 
III. Cheesemakers are running busy schedules leaving plenty of liquid whey 
available for drying, though plant managers relay planned down time during the 
upcoming holiday weekend. Spot animal feed whey markets were somewhat quiet 
this week and prices were unchanged.

Prices for: Central, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra & Grade A, Edible Dry Whey
Price Range - Non-Hygroscopic; Dollars per Pound: 0.45 - 0.56
Mostly Range - Non-Hygroscopic; Dollars per Pound: 0.5 - 0.52


Prices for: Central, All First Sales, F.O.B., N/A, Non-Edible Dry Whey
Price Range - Animal Feed - Milk Replacer; Dollars per Pound: 0.34 - 0.36


Information for the period May 19 - 23, 2025, issued weekly

Secondary Sourced Information:

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