USDA National Casein Review 06/25 13:50

AMS_1051 MARS

Casein - U.S.

Released on June 25, 2026

Acid casein prices are holding steady, but contacts in Oceania say contract 
prices for next quarter are up from Q2. Contract demand is strong for Q3, but 
contacts in the region say spot demand is softening. Spot loads of acid casein 
are available, but inventories are not excessive. Plant managers are running 
lighter production schedules in the region, as milk output is near seasonal 
lows.

The top of the rennet casein price range moved higher this week, but prices are 
unchanged at the bottom. Prices at the bottom of the range are from Q2 
contracts and contacts say contracts for next quarter are higher. Spot 
inventories are tight and spot prices are closer to the top of the range. High 
temperatures are contributing to lighter milk output in Europe. Rennet casein 
production is declining.

Prices for: Spot Sales And Up to 3 Month Contracts, Free on Board - Warehouse, 
Non-Restricted, All Mesh Sizes, Edible Casein

Acid; Price Range - Dollars per Pound:       4-4.75
Rennet; Price Range - Dollars per Pound:     3.9-5.5


Information for the period June 22 - 26, 2026, issued weekly

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