1972 Congressional Hearing on Tung Nut Price Supports
July 20, 2026
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The Frame
The hearing examines the legislative framework for federal s for tung nut producers, which directly impacts agricultural commodity pricing and federal spending for that sector.
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Tung nut producers
The price support legislation directly influences the market conditions and federal financial assistance available to these producers.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on April 12, 1972, by the Subcommittee on Oilseeds and Rice.
- The subject of the hearing was H.R. 11588, which pertains to price support mechanisms for tung nuts.
- The hearing took place during the second session of the 92nd Congress.
Why It Matters
The hearing examines the legislative framework for federal s for tung nut producers, which directly impacts agricultural commodity pricing and federal spending for that sector.
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Historical Agricultural Subsidy Review
The document highlights the federal government's active role in managing commodity prices for niche agricultural products like tung nuts in the early 1970s.
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