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Rail freight hikes draw farmer protest across regions
The ICC raised rail freight rates including an 11 percent hike for grain and grain products on eastern and western lines, with a six percent rise for southern carriers. Farmers and the National Association of Wheat Growers warn higher costs will curb elevator usage and push shipments to trucks, while noting railroads seek extra revenue amid rising costs. A separate Agriculture Department note keeps 1971 flaxseed price supports at 2.50 dollars per bushel for No 1 grade, with loans and CCC purchases backing the program.
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