USDA Ctrl & West Whey Protein 05/14 13:35

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Whey Protein Concentrate - Central and West U.S.

Released on May 14, 2026

Whey protein concentrate (WPC) 34% prices strengthened at both ends of the 
mostly range, even as the overall price range eased slightly. Demand has 
increased as supplies have tightened. The strong nonfat dry milk market 
continues to lend support to the WPC 34% market. Some contacts note that spot 
loads are available, but inventories remain limited, with most volumes 
committed under contract. Contacts also note that they could easily secure 
prices more than 10 cents above the average of the mostly (AOM) when spot loads 
are available. A manufacturer indicated they plan to decrease WPC 34% 
production in the coming weeks as they prepare to shift output toward 
higher-protein products. Overall, the market tone is firm. 

WPC 80% and whey protein isolate (WPI) markets are also tight, with reported 
WPC 80% trades generally in the high $11s to low $12s. Contacts note they are 
considering shifting additional output toward WPC 80%, given the narrow price 
spread between WPC 80% and WPI, especially since WPI carries higher production 
costs. Instantized product is reported from the mid $11s to upper $12s. WPI 
prices range from the $12s to $13s.

Prices for: Central/West US, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra Grade, Edible Whey 
Protein Concentrate
Price Range - 34% Protein; Dollars per Pound: 1.6 - 2.02
Mostly Range - 34% Protein; Dollars per Pound: 1.7 - 1.8


Information for the period May 11 - 15, 2026, issued weekly

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