Anti-hog barn groups get boost from Canadian Medical Association
The Story
CMA passes motions saying pig farms could be hazardous to health.
Program: Canada Now
Broadcast Date: Aug. 24, 2002
Guest(s): Les Allaby, Jerry Cooke
Reporter: Sonya Varma
Duration: 2:05
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