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Episode 155: Talking Grocery and Public Food With Dr. Sarah Taber, Part One

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Farmer Cooperatives and Worker Cooperatives

This chapter explores the differences between farmer cooperatives and worker cooperatives, highlighting the issues of oversupply and corporate dependency in the food system. It discusses the possibilities of farmers taking control and building their own processing facilities, as well as the need for public utilities to support food processing. The chapter emphasizes the disconnect between farmers and the public, showcasing the dominance of corn and soy and the lack of infrastructure for growing different crops.

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