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MD DA770 Lactose - Central and West                                             

MADISON, WI.  October 13, 2016 (REPORT 41)                                      

LACTOSE - CENTRAL AND WEST                                                      

Prices for lactose moved higher this week. Demand is solid and some buyers are 
asking manufacturers for fixed pricing into 2017. Inventories at many processors 
are committed and tight. Lactose production is steady, however a few 
manufacturers have scheduled maintenance in the next few weeks. Lactose 
exporters are experiencing disruptions to shipping logistics caused by the 
bankruptcy of a major shipping line six weeks ago. Some companies have lactose 
stuck on the bankrupt line's boats, while port terminals struggle to work 
through the clutter of the bankrupt line's containers and trucks. Other 
exporters have had to make alternative arrangements, but are finding available 
shipping containers are in short supply. 

Including spot sales and up to 3 month contracts.                               
F.O.B. EDIBLE, NON PHARMACEUTICAL   .2800 - .4800    MOSTLY:   .3200 - .3700    


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