New index shows regions in the north of England have higher risk of food insecurity
A new index developed by researchers at the University of Southampton reveals neighborhoods in the north of England have the highest risk of food insecurity.
A new index developed by researchers at the University of Southampton reveals neighborhoods in the north of England have the highest risk of food insecurity.
Economics & Business
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Environment
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Plants & Animals
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Social Sciences
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Environment
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Plants & Animals
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Biotechnology
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Environment
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Agriculture
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Agriculture
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