MD_DA107 DA MD DA107 Whole Milk Powder - Europe MADISON, WI. November 12, 2009 (REPORT 45) WESTERN EUROPE INFORMATION GATHERED 11/02/2009 - 11/13/2009 U.S. DOLLARS PER METRIC TON, FOB PORT WHOLE MILK POWDER (WMP): European whole milk powder markets and prices are firm. At the November 5 Dairy Management Committee, common export refunds for whole milk powder were reduced to zero. Traders and handlers are stating that this is causing them to adjust to the new situation without any assistance. For many, stocks are limited, thus new sales were minimal. Traders state that a major buyer might be in the market place within the near future which will help establish where the current market might be. Currently, buyers are resistant to the higher prices. 26% BUTTERFAT: 3,775 - 3,950 0930c steve Schneeberger (608)250-3204