MD_DA770 DA MD DA770 Lactose - Central and West MADISON, WI. October 15, 2015 (REPORT 41) LACTOSE - CENTRAL AND WEST Lactose prices held mostly steady this week, but edged up slightly on the bottom of the range. Market participants say low priced lactose is not as readily available. Some manufacturers report they are reluctant to accept any low bids. Production remains steady, but some processors are continuing to only produce lactose needed for existing sales. Demand is increasing somewhat. Including spot sales and up to 3 month contracts. F.O.B. EDIBLE, NON PHARMACEUTICAL .1450 - .2600 MOSTLY: .1600 - .2100 1100CT Mike.Bandli@ams.usda.gov (608) 557-7010 USDA/AMS/Dairy Market News, Madison, Wisconsin Dairy Market News website: http://www.ams.usda.gov/market-news/dairy Dairy Market News database portal: http://www.marketnews.usda.gov/mnp/da-home