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     Buttermilk - Eastern and Central U.S.

     Report 16 - Released on April 19, 2018

     CENTRAL: Dry buttermilk prices in the Central region are steady to a tad higher on the range
     this week. The majority of spot sales are happening right around the low to mid $0.70s.
     Some market participants do not have product to offer at this time. Dry buttermilk
     production is somewhat limited as other powder productions are more of a current necessity.
     The market tone is steady to slightly firmer.
     EAST: Prices for dry buttermilk are a bit higher as some traders are willing to purchase
     manufacturers¶ higher priced spot offerings, due to the short supply. Production is limited
     in many operations, but some manufacturers are taking the time to dry for contract needs.
     Current market conditions are somewhat showing strength as demand increased prices.
     Prices for: Eastern and Central U.S., All First Sales, F.O.B., Conventional, and Edible
     Buttermilk
     Price Range ; $/LB:                                    .6800 - .7900


     Information for the period April 16 - 20, 2018, issued weekly

     Published by:
     Dairy Market News - Madison, WI
     JESSICA MUELLER, 608-422-8589
     Email: Jessica.Mueller@ams.usda.gov

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