USDA NE & SE Nonfat Dry Milk 04/23 13:25

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Nonfat Dry Milk - East and Central U.S.

Released on April 23, 2026

Prices for low/medium heat nonfat dry milk (NDM) increased in the Central and 
East regions across the range and mostly price series. Tight inventories 
continue to be the primary driver of the market and spot purchasers say it is 
difficult to find loads. Domestic demand is steady to lighter, as contacts 
report some market participants are only buying loads to meet their immediate 
needs. Interest is light from purchasers in most international markets, as 
nonfat dry milk produced domestically is priced at a premium to spot loads of 
skim milk powder produced in other countries. Contacts say demand is strong 
from purchasers in Mexico and contacts say they continue to get requests from 
buyers in the country looking for additional loads. Milk output is strong and 
drying operations are running busy schedules. Plant managers say their 
schedules are focused on low/medium heat NDM as they try to keep pace with 
demand and replenish stocks. High heat NDM production is limited. Contacts say 
demand for high heat NDM is outpacing production, and spot loads are very 
difficult to find. The price range for high heat NDM shifted higher this week.

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: 2.2 - 2.31


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: 2.07 - 2.3
Mostly Range - Low & Medium Heat; Dollars per Pound: 2.13 - 2.25


Information for the period April 20 - 24, 2026, issued weekly

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