San Pedro rally may disrupt traffic on 8 Oct

On 8 October 2008 farmers' organizations will mark the end of a five-day strike with a rally in San Pedro, located approximately 105 mi/170 km northwest of Buenos Aires. The rally is scheduled to begin at 1100 local time at the intersection of roads 9 and 191. The farmers also plan a symbolic march to the Congress building in Buenos Aires at approximately 1700 local time. Farming sector leaders staged a march past the Congress building on 7 October; no violence or disruptions were reported. Some traffic disruptions may occur during the 8 October rallies, but no disturbances are expected.