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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This fascinating study explores the historical significance and contemporary role of livestock terminal markets in the US. Analyzing data from the mid-20th century, the author examines the types of agencies found within these markets and the crucial services they provide, such as animal handling, sales, and the assessment of charges. The book reveals how terminal markets have evolved over time, adapting to changing practices in livestock production and transportation. Noting the decline in the relative importance of terminal markets, particularly for calves and hogs, the author provides insights into the factors driving this shift. The discussion on volume of livestock and feeder and stocker receipts by region offers valuable context for understanding the geographical distribution of livestock marketing activities. Rich in data, this book illuminates the integral role of terminal markets in the US livestock marketing system, highlighting their historical development, current practices, and the charges associated with their services. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.