CCC 1957 58 Price Support Losses and Disposals Report
The Commodity Credit Corporation faced a net realized loss of 1.245 billion dollars in the 16 months ending Oct 31 1958 as 4.207 billion worth of commodities moved from stockpiles. Disposals totaled 2.956 billion in proceeds with 58 percent through sales and 14 percent under Public Law 480. Barter and credit sales shaped a stabilizing farm price program amid high inventories and ongoing support measures.
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CCC
Cce
The
Commodity Credit Corporation
Department of Agriculture
Two Billion School Lunches Served In 1958
The USDA announced 1958 saw two billion lunches served to about 12 million children, about 30 percent of total enrollment, through the National School Lunch Program. Nearly 60,000 schools participated, with local food purchases exceeding 400 million dollars.
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USDA
US. Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Marketing Service
Critical barter materials list includes lead zinc diamonds
The record notes materials acquired through barter, namely lead, zinc, industrial diamonds, ferromanganese, and chrome metal, with emphasis on their exchange value and utility.
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