The price of milk to producers and all dairy products increased last week, according to DATAGRO.

The price of milk to producers and all dairy products increased last week, according to DATAGRO. The biggest increase was for unsalted butter, which rose 2.3% during the period. DATAGRO Livestock's weekly VIP milk reportthe prices of milk to the producer In the week ending April 23, they appreciated by 0.4%. In the case of UHT milkThe survey indicates a positive variation of 2.2% for the week. Furthermore, the cheese and the unsalted butter Prices rose by 0.1% and 2.3% in the period, respectively. "Wholesale dairy prices in Brazil remained firm until the penultimate week of April, with UHT milk and cheeses standing out, reflecting the transition to the off-season and the slowdown in milk collection, in addition to resilient domestic sales. The lower availability of raw materials increased competition in the spot market, with more intense increases for milk destined for processing," explained the consultancy. "Even with some shift in consumption towards basic items, turnover remains sufficient to support wholesale prices. With a tighter supply and still pressured costs, the upward trend continues, anticipating stronger typical movements throughout the off-season," it added. For more details, access [link/website/reference]. VIP Report in analysis session of DATAGRO Portal.

DATAGRO Milk Indicator

Remember that last week, the DATAGRO launched his Milk Indicator, one New pricing tool developed to offer greater transparency and accuracy in interpreting prices in the Brazilian dairy market.The new indicator will include the disclosure of two monthly newsletters: One price is based on the price paid to the producer, and the other on the contract price., both expressed in Brazilian reais per liter (R$/L). The first announcement is scheduled for the second half of May. 

The bulletins will be available on the official channels of DATAGRO Milk Indicatorincluding site and social media. The consultancy also encourages market participation, with the possibility of sending information for continuous improvement of the tool via email: Indicadordoleite@datagro.com.

This text was translated by machine from Brazilian Portuguese.