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MD DA105 Whey - Europe                                           

MADISON, WI.  February 02, 2012 (REPORT 5)                       

WESTERN EUROPE                                                   
INFORMATION GATHERED  01/23/2012 - 02/03/2012                    
U.S. DOLLARS PER METRIC TON, FOB PORT                            

SWEET WHEY POWDER:   Dry whey prices are trending higher, but are often 
lower than current U.S. pricing quotes.  There are reports of whey export 
deals from U.S. sources this week.  Current European pricing levels and 
disparities between export competitors are creating opportunities for 
European traders and handlers to export more whey powder.  Demand from 
international buyers is fair to good and moving increasing volumes of 
whey.  Additional whey offerings are being noted from secondary sources.  
Whey production is light to moderate.  Other whey protein powders are 
being produced to satisfy buyer needs. 
                                                                 
NONHYGROSCOPIC:                          1,275 - 1,600           

0930CT Butch.Speth@ams.usda.gov 608.278.4152