MD_DA770

     Lactose - Central and Western U.S.

     Report 41 - Released on October 12, 2023

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     The bottoms of the lactose price range and mostly price series shifted upwards this week,
     while the tops of each held steady. Domestic demand for lactose is steady to strengthening.
     Some contacts report steady export demand for lactose, while others relay an uptick in
     interest from international purchasers this week. Some spot market participants say they
     occasionally need to call multiple sellers to locate loads of lactose which meet their
     strict requirements. Overall, lactose inventories remain available for spot purchasing, but
     contacts say lactose inventories in warehouse are less ample than they were during the
     summer months. Lactose production is steady.
     Prices for: Central and Western U.S., Spot Sales And Up to 3 Month Contracts, F.O.B.,
     Conventional, and Edible Lactose
     Price Range - Non Pharmaceutical; $/LB:                .1300 - .3950
     Mostly Range - Non Pharmaceutical; $/LB:               .1950 - .2850


     Information for the period October 9 - 13, 2023, issued weekly

     Published by:
     Dairy Market News - Madison, WI
     ROMAN CARAMAN, 608-422-8593
     Email: roman.caraman@usda.gov

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