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     Lactose - Central and Western U.S.

     Report 12 - Released on March 23, 2023

     Prices for lactose moved lower at the top of the range and across the mostly price series
     this week. Current market prices are contributing to some hesitance from contract
     purchasers, who are waiting to secure loads for Q2 shipment. Contacts report loads of
     lactose remain available for contract booking. Spot demand for lactose is light from
     purchasers in both domestic and international markets. Stakeholders say demand is present
     for specific brands of lactose, though demand for these brands continues to soften. Spot
     purchasers report they are hearing offers from lactose makers looking to move available
     loads. Production of lactose is unchanged.
     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:                .1600 - .5400
     Mostly Range - Non Pharmaceutical; $/LB:               .2400 - .4300


     Information for the period March 20 - 24, 2023, issued weekly

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

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