MD_DA530 Dry Whey - Central U.S. Report 20 - Released on May 19, 2022 Dry whey prices slid on increases in availability and quieting export demand. Some trading into Mexico was reported, but slowdowns from Southeastern Asia have clearly affected market prices/sentiment. Regionally, end users continue to report more offers moving into the $.50s than $.60+. Some buyers say they are somewhat full, but their processing is active and they will be looking for more sweet whey in the near-term. Cheesemakers are busy, with spring- level milk availability and generally strong recent cheese demand in the Midwest. Contacts have mixed views on the general market tone. Some say current prices are near their floor, while others expect continued bears as long as Chinese importing remains slower. All said, market tones are uncertain. Animal feed whey prices continue to edge lower, reflecting the edible market tone. Prices for: Central U.S., All First Sales, F.O.B., Conventional, and Non-Edible Dry Whey Price Range - Animal Feed; $/LB: .5000 - .5300 Prices for: Central U.S., All First Sales, F.O.B., Extra Grade & Grade A, Conventional, and Edible Dry Whey Price Range - Non-Hygroscopic; $/LB: .5300 - .6850 Mostly Range - Non-Hygroscopic; $/LB: .5700 - .6100 Information for the period May 16 - 20, 2022, issued weekly Published by: Dairy Market News - Madison, WI ISRAEL WEBER, 608-422-8601 Email: israel.weber@usda.gov Additional Dairy Market News Information: Dairy Market News (DMN) by Phone: (608)422-8602 DMN Website: https://www.ams.usda.gov/market-news/dairy DMN MARS (My Market News): https://mymarketnews.ams.usda.gov