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MD DA770 Lactose - Central and West                                             

MADISON, WI.  September 03, 2015 (REPORT 35)                                    

LACTOSE - CENTRAL AND WEST                                                      

Lactose production is steady to lower. Some manufacturers have adjusted dryer 
times to produce on order. Market activity has been relatively quiet with 
limited spot activity. Industry contacts report lactose is readily available, 
but some manufacturers note having committed or tighter stocks at their 
facilities. There is a two tier market in place with neither market exerting 
its dominance over pricing or market activity. Lactose with specific 
characteristics desired by end users has been moving through regular 
commitments at prices on the upper end of the range. General purpose lactose 
has faced price pressures and is trading at the lower end of the range. 
Overall, prices for lactose held steady this week.

Including spot sales and up to 3 month contracts.                               
F.O.B. EDIBLE, NON PHARMACEUTICAL   .1500 - .2500    MOSTLY:   .1700 - .2100    


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