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MD DA770 Lactose - Central and West                                             

MADISON, WI.  January 14, 2016 (REPORT 2)                                       

LACTOSE - CENTRAL AND WEST                                                      

Lactose prices were mixed this week. A few sellers completed lower-priced 
transactions to fulfill short-term obligations and prices moved slightly lower at 
the bottom of the range price series. However, the upper end of the mostly price 
series went up slightly this week. Manufactures generally report tighter 
inventories and the ability to be selective on bids accepted. Processors have 
pushed Q1 contracts and spot prices a little higher. Some manufacturers are 
beginning to work on Q2 contracts. Demand has been relatively steady. Lactose 
producers say they are getting more inquiries from buyers. In some cases, regular 
customers are asking about getting more lactose, but so far, have held back from 
finalizing the deals. The general market tone is stable to slightly firming.

Including spot sales and up to 3 month contracts.                               
F.O.B. EDIBLE, NON PHARMACEUTICAL   .1400 - .2650    MOSTLY:   .1800 - .2300    


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