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MD DA771 Whey Protein Concentrate  - Central and West                   

MADISON, WI.  August 24, 2017 (REPORT 34)                               

WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE 34% - CENTRAL AND WEST                         

Whey protein concentrate 34% prices are lower at the bottom of the range and 
both ends of the mostly price series. Although a few preferred brands have 
steady demand and can hold prices in place, WPC34% that is interchangeable with 
other protein sources continues to have difficulty in gaining any market 
traction. Demand is lackluster for this type of WPC34% and inventories are more 
than adequate. Furthermore, a few industry contacts suggest due to weakness in 
markets for higher protein concentrations and lactose, some manufacturers may 
shift production of whey derivatives down the complex to WPC34% or sweet whey 
powder. The market tone is weak for the majority of the whey protein complex 
and processors are eager to find a balance between production and demand that 
will help keep whey proteins from building up.

F.O.B. EXTRA GRADE 34% PROTEIN:  .7050 - 1.1000  MOSTLY:  .7500 - .9200 

1100CT mike.bandli@ams.usda.gov 608.422.8592
USDA/AMS/Dairy Market News, Madison, Wisconsin
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