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MD DA770 Lactose - Central and West                                             

MADISON, WI.  January 21, 2016 (REPORT 3)                                       

LACTOSE - CENTRAL AND WEST                                                      

Lactose prices were steady to higher this week. The top end of the mostly price 
series stepped up another cent as manufacturers continue to push for stronger 
prices in the spot market. Processors report tight inventories and in some cases 
are adjusting delivery schedules in order to meet buyer requests. A few lactose 
producers report taking calls from brokers across the country and buyers from 
around the world looking for loads of lactose. Some buyers and sellers seem 
interested in getting Q2 agreements in place early. Manufacturers say lactose 
production is steady. The market tone is stable to firming.

Including spot sales and up to 3 month contracts.                               
F.O.B. EDIBLE, NON PHARMACEUTICAL   .1400 - .2650    MOSTLY:   .1800 - .2400    

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
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