Overview: Select one food-related issue that might be affected by the creation of a National Food Policy, and make a recommendation for or against an NFP through the lens of that issue. The goal of this paper is to make a recommendation incorporating your opinion backed by research.
Research: Incorporate at least six (6) sources into this essay. You will also create an annotated bibliography that summarizes and analyzes each source. Your paper and annotated bibliography must include the following types of sources:
Required Sources (5)
Other Possible Sources (Use lateral reading to check for credibility)
At least one (1) of these sources must be a counterargument (a source arguing against your position.)
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