Wisconsin Senate OKs bill curbing corporate farming
The Wisconsin Senate gave preliminary approval to a corporate farming cap bill on Wednesday, setting final action for Friday before the recess. The measure targets farms with more than 15 shareholders, exempts existing farming corporations, and aims to protect family farmers from large food chains. Supporters say it shields small farmers. opponents warn of higher food prices and possible monopolies.
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Carabinieri halted a leper demonstration at Gioia Del Colle Leprosarium near Bari as about 80 inmates tried to leave by car and then walked to the railway station. They seek higher daily welfare pay and pensions for widows ahead of a senate debate.
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