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MD DA770 Lactose - Central and West                                             

MADISON, WI.  June 25, 2015 (REPORT 25)                                         

LACTOSE - CENTRAL AND WEST                                                      
                                                                                

Lactose prices held steady this week in a generally weak market.  Spot 
activity was limited, and some buyers continue to seek lower prices.  A 
few industry contacts suggest there have been a number of inquiries from 
both export and domestic customers. Manufacturers and buyers seem willing 
to settle on Q3 contracting, and in some cases extend those agreements 
into Q4.  Inventories are generally higher than usual, but in some cases, 
industry contacts report inventories are tighter due to contracting, 
location, product specifications or target markets.  
                                                                                
Including spot sales and up to 3 month contracts.                               
F.O.B. EDIBLE, NON PHARMACEUTICAL   .1750 - .3000    MOSTLY:   .1800 - .2450    

1100CT Mike.Bandli@ams.usda.gov (608)557-7010
USDA/AMS/Dairy Market News, Madison, Wisconsin
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