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MD DA770 Lactose - Central and West                                             

MADISON, WI.  July 30, 2015 (REPORT 30)                                         

LACTOSE - CENTRAL AND WEST                                                      

Prices for lactose moved slightly lower this week. Industry contacts report 
generally long inventories within the industry; however some processors 
report contract sales have allowed them to keep their stocks in check. 
Manufacturers say buyers are interested in only buying to meet current needs, 
but a few processors report end users are seeking Q1 and Q2 contracts for 
2016. Production at a few plants is reduced due to lower prices and limited 
demand. Market participants say they are starting to see a small seasonal 
increase in interest in lactose from confectionary businesses.

Including spot sales and up to 3 month contracts.                               
F.O.B. EDIBLE, NON PHARMACEUTICAL   .1600 - .2600    MOSTLY:   .1700 - .2200    

1100CT mike.bandli@ams.usda.gov  608.557.7010
USDA/AMS/Dairy Market News, Madison, Wisconsin
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