Farmers' protest in Spain highlights rural concerns

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Demonstration came as Spanish politicians are campaigning before an early election in Castilla-Leon. Concerns ranged from regulating prices for agricultural products to protections for those who breed cattle for bullfights. Tractors and bull carts headed the march along a Madrid thoroughfare, with protesters walking from the gates of the Ecology Transition Ministry.

4 months ago·Madrid, Spain

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