USDA Central Dry Whey 08/27 13:25

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Dry Whey - Central U.S.

Released on August 27, 2026

The dry whey market in the Central region remains quiet. Prices moved lower at 
the top of the range this week, while the bottom of the range and the mostly 
price series remained unchanged. Contacts report steady dry whey production 
alongside unchanged demand, though some note strong interest from customers in 
Asia. Drying operations are prioritizing high protein whey products, which 
continues to constrain dry whey output across the region. Stakeholders indicate 
demand for certain brands persists and is buoying the high end of the price 
range. Spot loads are available, but some manufacturers have more availability 
than others. Animal feed whey prices remain unchanged. Production remains 
limited, resulting in tighter inventories. Demand for animal feed whey is light.

Prices for: Central, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra & Grade A, Edible Dry Whey
Price Range - Non-Hygroscopic; Dollars per Pound: 0.62 - 0.71
Mostly Range - Non-Hygroscopic; Dollars per Pound: 0.63 - 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 - 0.38


Information for the period August 24 - 28, 2026, issued weekly

Secondary Sourced Information:

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