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MD DA770 Lactose - Central and West                                             

MADISON, WI.  March 03, 2016 (REPORT 9)                                         

LACTOSE - CENTRAL AND WEST                                                      

Lactose prices are steady. Manufacturers report they are getting a lot of 
inquiries. The market tone is generally firm, but processors note some push back 
at prices above the current mostly price series, especially from foreign buyers. 
Industry contacts say lactose production in the European Union is placing 
pressure on prices in international markets. U.S. lactose inventories are tight 
or committed. Production is steady.

Including spot sales and up to 3 month contracts.                               
F.O.B. EDIBLE, NON PHARMACEUTICAL   .1800 - .3200    MOSTLY:   .1950 - .2500    

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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