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The board’s decision for statewide deregulation, Veno said, was a matter of continuity and to avoid problems of regional deregulation. “The board is very concerned about the effect on the farmer, the effect on the consumer and the effect on the dealer,” Veno said. “We want the decision to be equitable for all.” The Pennsylvania State Grange, in favor of minimum price con trols, is not pleased with the board’s decision, according to public relations director Linda Blake, and plans to submit a formal protest to the Milk Marketing Board. The board, Blake said, had brought stability to the marketing of milk and dairy products. The Grange would like to see this stability continue, she added. Although deregulation officially begins Monday, stores began cutting prices this week in the wake of the board’s decision. Prices, Veno said, have dropped anywhere from 30 to 50 cents. Veno quoted a price drop of 24 cents in the Pittsburgh area for a gallon of two percent milk. 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