USDA Central Dry Whey 07/17 10:50

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Dry Whey - Central U.S.

Released on July 17, 2025

In the Central region, dry whey prices were unchanged across the range and the 
mostly price series this week. Contacts report domestic demand for dry whey is 
steady to lighter, as some purchasers show hesitancy to pay current market 
prices. Export demand for dry whey is light as domestic prices remain high, 
compared to prices for dry whey produced in other countries. Several 
manufacturers say they are sold out of dry whey for immediate shipment, while 
others say they have limited spot availability. Dry whey production is light as 
plant managers continue to focus on higher whey protein concentrates. The price 
range for animal feed whey moved lower at the top, while holding steady at the 
bottom this week. Animal feed whey production is light, and inventories are 
tight. Demand for animal feed whey is limited, as purchasers prefer lower 
priced alternatives, including whey permeate.

Prices for: Central, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra & Grade A, Edible Dry Whey
Price Range - Non-Hygroscopic; Dollars per Pound: 0.51 - 0.6


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 July 14 - 18, 2025, issued weekly

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