MD_DA771 Whey Protein Concentrate - Central and Western U.S. Report 41 - Released on October 14, 2021 Prices for whey protein concentrate 34% moved higher at the top of the price range and both ends of the mostly price series. Manufacturers say they are getting more inquiries for WPC 34% as prices for alternative dairy proteins have moved higher. WPC 34% inventories are getting tighter as end users look to substitute WPC 34% for the now more expensive dairy proteins. Brands that meet tight end user specifications continue to have higher demand and tight supplies. WPC 34% production is steady. Prices for: Central and Western U.S., All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra Grade, Conventional, and Edible Whey Protein Concentrate Price Range - 34% Protein; $/LB: 1.0700 - 1.3300 Mostly Range - 34% Protein; $/LB: 1.1100 - 1.2050 Information for the period October 11 - 15, 2021, issued weekly Published by: Dairy Market News - Madison, WI MIKE BANDLI, (608)422-8592 Email: mike.bandli@usda.gov Additional Dairy Market News Information: Dairy Market News (DMN) by Phone: (608)422-8602 DMN Website: https://www.ams.usda.gov/market-news/dairy DMN MARS (My Market News): https://mymarketnews.ams.usda.gov