Analyze impact food-borne illnesses and genetic engineering

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Assignment: Globalization of World Food Markets

Analyze the impact food-borne illnesses, genetic engineering and the organic food movements have on the global food markets. Instructions: Choose a topic from the list below to investigate further. Write a 2-3 page paper (APA format) on this topic and include a separate reference page. You may also submit a topic related to globalization to your instructor for approval.

Topics:

• The risks and benefits of globalization of the fast food industry.
• The impact of globalization on food choices and health.

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