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Jun 2023
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Cattle Herds Are Shrinking, Boosting Bur...

The Wall Street Journal
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P.M. Edition for June 1. The price of beef is nearing record highs, as cattle herds are shrinking. Agriculture business reporter Patrick Thomas explains why—and what the consequences are for ranchers and consumers. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.

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