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MD DA771 Whey Protein Concentrate  - Central and West                   

MADISON, WI.  December 01, 2016 (REPORT 48)                             

WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE 34% - CENTRAL AND WEST                         

Prices for whey protein concentrate 34% moved higher at the bottom of the 
range and top of the mostly prices series. Because WPC34% production has 
been displaced by higher protein concentrations, the current production is 
no longer able to keep pace with the steady demand. Some manufacturers say 
they continue to get a lot of inquiries for all grades of WPC34%, but do not 
have any WPC34% available. Processors report Q1 contracting is nearing 
completion with the understanding that some buyers may get left behind 
without coverage. Industry contacts report resales are quickly made when a 
load becomes available, often at prices well above the published price 
range. A few manufacturers suggest alternative protein sources that are 
interchangeable with WPC34% for certain applications may be loosening up. 
This may continue to anchor low end prices in place for WPC34% that does not 
meet higher specifications or low spore counts.

F.O.B. EXTRA GRADE 34% PROTEIN:  .7000 - .9850  MOSTLY:  .7800 - .8450  

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