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Feeding Group Looks To Cattle Marketing Alternatives

Ever since it was created in 2000, Consolidated Beef Producers has used its market volume to leverage price for its members in the cash market. However, changes in market dynamics is causing the organization of independent cattle feeders to look at more innovative ways to create value for its members.

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