And as recent as last week, slave labor, which is bad enough on its own, but but it's also to the detriment of America's great independent ranchers and consumers. Further, When just four firms control a market, suppliers and food prices are rocked heavily when disruptions occur. The last few years have proven that the protein sector especially, and therefore our food security is especially at risk when global pandemics, animal disease outbreaks and facility issues like fires, labor disputes, foodborne illnesses and cybersecurity attacks occur. (02:35–02:42)
CLAIM
Asserts that market control by four firms leads to significant price volatility during disruptions.
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