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David Scott: “Yes, because if we increase the capital associated with taking a position and a derivative, it is going to increase the…”

On the recordSeptember 18, 2023
Yes, because if we increase the capital associated with taking a position and a derivative, it is going to increase the costs.
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David Scott
Democratic · Georgia

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Scott confirms that increased capital requirements will raise costs for farmers and ranchers.

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