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Consumer Demand Continues Evolution
2014-09-27 16:52:00| Beef
A recent study conducted by the Livestock Marketing Information Center (LMIC) underscores the trend of lesser-value end meats providing increased support to the beef complex. Between 2006 and September this year, the rib to carcass cutout value ratio has decreased by 11% and the loin to carcass cutout has decreased by 21%, LMIC analysts say. The short plate, chuck, and brisket to carcass cutout value ratio have increased by 22%, 25%, and 38%, respectively. read more
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