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    No Future(s) for Pork Bellies

    Since the early 60's, the term "pork bellies" has popped up in magazines, movies and other aspects popular culture. Agriculture journalist Gary Truitt, owner and president of Hoosier Ag Today , which provides news and information to the agricultural community, explains what these futures were and why they aren't any more.

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    Since the early 60's, the term "pork bellies" has popped up in magazines, movies and other aspects popular culture. Agriculture journalist Gary Truitt, owner and president of Hoosier Ag Today, which provides news and information to the agricultural community, explains what these futures were and why they aren't any more.

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    The full episode

    3 of 3
    After the Debt Deal, What Now?
    1. 0:00President Obama Signs Debt Deal
    2. 7:30After the Debt Deal, What Now?
    3. 43:58No Future(s) for Pork BelliesYou’re reading this
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