USDA NE & SE Nonfat Dry Milk 02/19 12:30

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Nonfat Dry Milk - East and Central U.S.

Released on February 19, 2026

Low/medium heat nonfat dry milk (NDM) prices increased across the price range 
and mostly price series in the Central and East regions this week. Domestic 
demand is steady and export interest is mixed. Contacts report light demand 
from purchasers in several international markets but note strong interest from 
purchasers in Mexico. Inventories are tight and some market participants say 
they are having trouble finding spot loads to meet their immediate needs. 
Drying operations are running busier production schedules this week. However, 
plant managers say low/medium heat NDM production is down from this time last 
year due to increased demand for condensed skim milk from other dairy 
processors. The price range for high heat NDM shifted higher this week. 
Production is limited as drying operations are focusing on low/medium heat NDM. 
Spot market demand for high heat NDM is steady and inventories are tight.

Prices for: Central/East US, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra & Grade A, Edible 
Nonfat Dry Milk
Price Range - High Heat; Dollars per Pound: 1.63 - 1.78


Prices for: Central/East US, All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra & Grade A, Edible 
Nonfat Dry Milk
Price Range - Low & Medium Heat; Dollars per Pound: 1.5 - 1.72
Mostly Range - Low & Medium Heat; Dollars per Pound: 1.57 - 1.63


Information for the period February 16 - 20, 2026, issued weekly

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