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Farmers Neglected at Home and Abroad / Critics trade blame over subsidies, WTO

By: Newsdesk.org Staff | December 15, 2003

By Michael StandaertAgricultural subsidies -- intended to save rural communities and feed the world's billions -- are blamed for poverty, hunger and environmental destruction. Continue Reading →

Filed under: Culture & Economy, Agriculture, Environment, Farmers, Subsidies

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