Both blocks and barrels remained unchanged at $1.7950 and $1.4925, respectively. The only activity was a bid posted for a load of barrels below the market. Dry whey price increased a penny to 53.50 cents, taking back what was lost on Tuesday and then some. There was little reaction in Class III futures with prices ranging from 7 cents lower to 3 cents higher. Trading activity has been very light in both Class III and IV futures. Butter price declined 3.75 cents, closing at $1.79, with two loads traded. Grade A nonfat dry milk price remained unchanged at $1.33 with no loads traded. Class IV futures are 2 cents higher. Butter futures are 0.30 cent to 1.45 cents lower. Dry whey futures are 0.45-0.95 cent higher. Traders see limited price strength in the foreseeable future based on current milk production being significantly higher than last year. Supply of dairy products is readily available to the market.
Friday Closing Dairy Market Update - USDA Raises Milk Production
MILK: Class III milk futures suffered a large setback in response to the decline in cheese prices. Despite the decline, the block ch...
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MILK There had been some optimism that lower milk production in February would get the attention of cheese buyers and they would ste...
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OUTSIDE MARKETS SUMMARY: CORN: 1 Lower SOYBEANS: 3 Higher SOYBEAN MEAL: $11...
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Block cheese price increased 1.75 cents, closing at $1.7525 and the highest price it has been since May 7. There were 3 loads changing hand...