DCA cheese benchmarks showed a firmer tone in week 19 (May 7), supported by improved demand and stronger buying interest. Mozzarella recorded the strongest weekly increase, while foiled cheeses such as Gouda and Edam also moved higher, although prices remain below both last month’s and last year’s levels. In contrast, the Cheddar complex continued to weaken slightly, while contributor sentiment pointed to increased volatility but overall more positive market conditions for the overall segment.