The Corporate Grip on the Food System Is Leaving Many Americans Hungry

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By The ConversationFeb 8, 2021, 1:35 pm179 pts
By Philip H. Howard and Mary Hendrickson Agribusiness executives and government policymakers often praise the U.S. food system for producing abundant and affordable food. In fact, however, food costs are rising, and shoppers in many parts of the U.S. have limited access to fresh, healthy products. This isn't…

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