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U.S. Meat Output DecliningWASHINGTON - Sep 12/05 - SNS -- Total U.S. meat production forecast for 2005 is reduced slightly as small adjustments in red meat production reflect expectations of lower third-quarter cattle and hog slaughter, according to the latest report from the USDA's World Agricultural Outlook Board. Hurricane Katrina disrupted broiler production in the Gulf region and damage is still being assessed, but is expected to have limited short-term negative impacts on U.S. broiler production. Second-half broiler production forecasts are reduced from last month primarily because broiler hatchery and laying flock data indicate a slower pace of production. Turkey production forecasts are reduced slightly, and egg production forecasts are unchanged. Meat production forecasts for 2006 are unchanged from last month. Subscribers can read the full text of the article by Clicking here
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