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MD DA771 Whey Protein Concentrate  - Central and West                   

MADISON, WI.  March 24, 2016 (REPORT 12)                                

WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE 34% - CENTRAL AND WEST                         

Whey protein concentrate 34% prices held steady this week. The development 
of Q2 agreements is ongoing. Manufacturers say buyers seem less hesitant 
to accept offers and are eager to secure supplies of WPC34%. Some buyers 
are making purchases or agreements several months in advance to make sure 
they will have a consistent supply. In many cases, the prices for these 
agreements carry premiums. Industry contacts say WPC34% inventories are 
committed and tightening, especially for highly desired brands. Production 
remains steady, however manufacturers that had shifted production to other 
products within the whey protein complex are still choosing to make those 
other options.

F.O.B. EXTRA GRADE 34% PROTEIN:  .5100 - .7300  MOSTLY:  .5400 - .6200  

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