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MD DA770 Lactose - Central and West                                             

MADISON, WI.  December 15, 2016 (REPORT 50)                                     

LACTOSE - CENTRAL AND WEST                                                      

The lactose price range held steady, while the mostly price series moved 
slightly higher. The market tone is mixed. Some manufacturers are reporting 
healthy demand, tight supplies, and stronger prices, especially for low-spore, 
higher mesh, and highly desired brands. Other industry contacts suggest the 
market is showing signs of weakness. A few manufacturers have made spot sales 
and initial Q1 agreements at discounted prices. These processors are not seeing 
an active demand for lactose and their inventories have grown beyond comfortable 
levels. Some market participants propose a little softness in whey permeate 
markets and limited export opportunities have kept the lactose market suppressed 
for a few processors.

Including spot sales and up to 3 month contracts.                               
F.O.B. EDIBLE, NON PHARMACEUTICAL   .2400 - .4800    MOSTLY:   .3400 - .3850    


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