Grain futures and livestock auctions report prices and sales
Chicago and regional markets show Wheat Corn Oats futures with mixed closes and hefty open interest. Livestock at Westminster Frederick and Westminster auctions list utility and high dressing prices for butcher cows bulls steers heifers stock cattle veal calves farm calves hogs lambs sheep and goats with regional hay and wood price notes.
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Ag Dept lowers corn harvest forecast amid rising prices
The Agriculture Department trimmed the 7.37 billion bushel corn harvest forecast, down 2 percent from October, with prices raised to 2.95 to 3.35 per bushel amid stronger export demand. Soybeans estimated at 2.18 billion bushels, and cotton at 18.8 million bales, reflect drought and weak weights.
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Ergonomics firm adds Susan Marinello as educational consultant
Maryland Business Products expands with Susan E. Marinello NCC as an educational consultant in ergonomics and stress management. A former teacher counselor and administrator, she offers site evaluations training seminars OSHA updates and stress management consulting to boost productivity and reduce costs. Located at 1202 E Patrick St Frederick call 667-2473.
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Bleak Christmas forecast as shoppers balk at debt
Analysts say bargain-hunting consumers with rising credit card balances will curb holiday buying. Wages lag and unemployment fears dent confidence as retailers depend on Christmas sales for about half yearly profits. Shoppers plan careful spending and early sales, with many delaying purchases or skipping extras.
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FDA probes tip offs of Food Lion inspection
Federal investigations focus on whether FDA staff were tipped off about which Food Lion stores would be inspected after a televised exposé on tainted meat. Food Lion denies wrongdoing while four supervisors in a related age discrimination suit describe alleged pre-knowledge. The depositions were sealed but later obtained by The Associated Press amid an ongoing inquiry.
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