The cattleman's associations want to view the packer as an ally and cooperatively work with the packer for mutual benefit. We talk about strategic alliances and value based marketing. We must focus on what the consumer wants and how to get there as efficiently as possible without shooting at a grade and yield discount target the packer constantly moves, depending on how it benefits them. Look at the certified meat programs. There is no premiums being paid to the producers and there has been considerable setbacks in genetic selection for performance.
Price fixing is a major problem in corporate agriculture.
It is said that some corporations are unwilling to participate if they can't price fix. Consider the proven examples of lysine, catfish and citric acid. We are talking about some of the packers. It has also been said that a Corporation is an individual without a soul. These companies and the people in them have committed criminal acts.