MD_DA771

     Whey Protein Concentrate - Central and Western U.S.

     Report 15 - Released on April 15, 2021

     Prices for whey protein concentrate 34% are steady to higher. While both ends of the price
     range and the bottom of the mostly price series are unchanged, the top of the mostly price
     series moved up. Industry contacts report market activity is quiet. The limited number of
     manufacturers’ offers are at slightly higher price points. Inventories are tight, especially
     for WPC 34% that meets infant formula requirements and tight end user specifications. Demand
     is present and some end users ae looking for ways to move up shipments to assure coverage
     through the next few months. 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:                       1.0450 - 1.2700
     Mostly Range - 34% Protein; $/LB:                      1.0500 - 1.1450


     Information for the period April 12 - 16, 2021, issued weekly

     Secondary Sourced Information:

     U.S. WPC < 80% EXPORTS, H.S. CODE 0404100500(FAS)
                      2021 Exports      % Change From
                      (Million Lb.)       1 Year Ago
     FEBRUARY Total          29.9          + 26

     TOTAL, JAN - FEB        53.7          + 13
      1 China                28.9          +101
      2 Canada                7.2          + 21
      3 Mexico                6.8          - 20
      4 Indonesia             2.2           ...
      5 Philippines           1.8          - 62

     Published by:
     Dairy Market News - Madison, WI
     MIKE BANDLI, (608)422-8592
     Email: mike.bandli@usda.gov

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