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Food Security and Sustainability

There are many ways you can save money and eat healthfully while lightening your carbon footprint.

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Food Security and Sustainability

Where Does Our Food Come From?

Curious about how food gets from the farm to the supermarket and ultimately onto your plate? Whether it’s a plant-based or animal-based food, there’s a process that involves many systems including manufacturing and transportation, and it often involves countries around the world.
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