Barter syndication takes both off-network and first-run syndication shows and offers them free or at a reduced rate to local TV stations.

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Barter syndication is a common practice in the television industry where syndicators offer off-network and first-run shows to local stations in exchange for some advertising inventory. This means that the syndicator gets a certain amount of advertising time to sell to national advertisers, while the local stations get access to popular TV shows at a reduced cost.

Barter Syndication Takes Both Off-Network and First-Run Syndication Shows and Offers