For this Assignment, you will collect data about different food items. You will then use the information you collected along with any research conducted, to reflect upon how food choices can impact both the environment and the economy. Go to a major grocery chain store in your area (or online) to research the following items: salmon filet truffle oil potatoes bananas cashews green tea Kobe beef steak onions avocados orange juice black tea coffee

Part 1: Data Collection A table is provided for your use in order to help you organize the data that you will collect. Select two of the items from the shopping list and research the following: Where was the food item produced? Approximately how far would the food item have to travel to get to your city/town? Would this be considered a local food based on the reading (Local foods are ones that are sourced from within 100 miles)? If the answer to number 3 was no, is there an alternative that you could use as a substitute that is local? List a minimum of four energy inputs that humans must provide to grow, package/prepare, and transport your food item from where it was produced to the store. Part 2: Data Analysis Using the Internet, your textbook or the Library conduct your own research to learn more about the variety of ways in which food can be acquired: Most Americans Could Eat Locally, Research Shows Eat Green: Our everyday food choices affect global warming and the environment Think Global, Buy Local: A new study looks at the impact of buying local produce on local economies Local & Regional Food Systems Reflect on the data you collected as well as the research that you conducted as you answer the following questions: Discuss the impacts our food purchases may have on the environment and economy. Discuss two advantages to purchasing food items that are locally sourced versus those shipped from other areas of the country and from around the world. Discuss two disadvantages to purchasing food items that are locally sourced versus those shipped from other areas of the country and from around the world. Basic Writing Expectations for Part I: Answers should be presented in the table provided in complete sentences except when specifically asked for a list. Font size 10 or 12. Free of grammar, spelling and punctuation errors. No evidence of plagiarism. Use the APA style for all citations. Basic Writing Expectations for Part II: At least 300 words not counting the questions or reference pages. Answers should be double spaced, font size 10 or 12. Use a minimum of three sources (at least one from the PG Library). Free of grammar, spelling and punctuation errors. No evidence of plagiarism. Use the APA style for all citations. Be original and insightful with no more than 10% taken verbatim from any outside sources.