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     Whey Protein Concentrate - Central and Western U.S.

     Report 35 - Released on August 27, 2020

     Whey protein concentrate 34% prices inched lower at the top of the price range and both ends
     of the mostly price series. Industry contacts say domestic demand is quiet, but there has
     been some interest from international buyers. However, the interest mostly takes the form of
     price checks and searches for lower priced deals. Sales are slow to develop. Stocks of
     WPC34% are available. The exception is infant formula and other specialty brands that are
     still trying to catch up on orders. WPC 34% production is steady. A few manufacturers are
     opting to produce WPC 34 in lieu of WPC 80 due to weakness in the higher whey protein
     concentrate markets.


     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:                       .7000 - 1.0325
     Mostly Range - 34% Protein; $/LB:                      .7200 - .9800


     Information for the period August 24 - 28, 2020, issued weekly

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

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