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U.S. Department of Agriculture

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  1. Fields of Study
  2. economics
  3. agricultural economics
  4. food deserts
  1. Economics, Trade, Law, Business, Industry
  2. economics
  3. agricultural economics
  4. food deserts

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food deserts

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  • Information Food deserts are defined as urban neighborhoods and rural towns without ready access to fresh, healthy, and affordable food. Instead of supermarkets and grocery stores, these communities may have no food access or are served only by fast food restaurants and convenience stores that offer few healthy, affordable food options.

    Fuente: Agricultural Marketing Service, USDA

    Tipo: Concept definition

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https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/142350

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