Farmers Lose Money on Cattle Sales to Packers
USDA economists report farmers and feedlot operators lose about 108 dollars per finished steer when including all costs. They note potential break-even prospects by next spring if cattle prices rise, while feed costs and corn prices may offset gains. Weaker producer margins persist despite higher market quotes.
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Korean Gift Probe Prompts Ethics Legislationaction
The House Ethics Committee chair Rep. John Flynt plans next year to push penalties for federal officials accepting gifts from foreign governments. The probe headed by Philip Lacevara examines whether lawmakers took gifts or money from South Korean representatives, highlighting gaps in enforcement and potential reprimands.
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