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High Beef Prices Explained: The Real Reasons Ranchers Aren’t to Blame

What does "Crazy Eights" have to do with beef prices? Find out!

I vividly remember playing the card game “Crazy Eights” with my dad and brother when I was little. I don’t recall winning very much, but I do remember the chaos that ensued when an eight was played and foiled a player’s plans to win. Why is this...

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