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ENGL 214 | T232 Course Theme:

Food and/or Water
Infographics

Note. From Schroders (2022, as cited in Romeo, 2022).

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Note. From Population Matters (n.d.).

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Note. From Mediterranean Experts on Climate and Environmental Change (2020).

Note. From World Water Development Report (n.d., as cited in Gilbert, 2012).
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Topics

Active and intelligent food packaging: These types of packaging systems go beyond simply
containing and protecting food. Active packaging systems can interact with the food to extend its shelf
life or improve its quality. Intelligent packaging systems can monitor the condition of the food and
provide information to consumers about its freshness and safety.

Agricultural biotechnology: Agricultural biotechnology can be

used to develop new crop varieties that are more resistant to pests
and diseases, more tolerant of drought and other climate stresses,
and more productive.

Agricultural machinery: Mechanical engineers design and develop

the agricultural machinery that is used to produce food crops. This
includes machinery for plowing, planting, harvesting, and
transporting crops.

Antibiotic resistance: The overuse of antibiotics in agriculture can

lead to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, which is a major public health threat.

Agricultural run-off: Large-scale livestock production facilities can generate manure and other
pollutants that can contaminate waterways and soil. Crop production can also lead to run-off of
pesticides and other harmful chemical into waterways. This can negatively impact local wildlife and
contaminate drinking water.

Aquaponics: Aquaponics is a system that combines aquaculture (fish farming) with hydroponics
(plant cultivation in water). This system can be used to produce both fish and vegetables in a
sustainable manner.

Calorie and nutrient tracking apps: Apps like MyFitnessPal and Lose It! allow users to track their
calorie intake and nutrient consumption. This can help people with dietary issues to stay on track with
their meal plans and make informed choices about what they eat.

Climate change: Climate change is impacting food production in a variety of ways, including
through changes in temperature, precipitation patterns, and pest and disease outbreaks.

Climate-smart agriculture: Climate-smart agriculture is the practice of agricultural management that

helps to mitigate climate change and adapt to its impacts. This can help to ensure that food production
is sustainable in the face of a changing climate.

Complexity of agricultural machinery: Modern agricultural machinery is often complex and

requires specialized training to operate and maintain. This can be a challenge for farmers who do not
have access to training or resources.

Conflicts: Conflicts can disrupt food production and distribution, leading to hunger and malnutrition.

Consolidation of land ownership: A small number of large corporations are increasingly controlling
the global food supply, which gives them undue power over farmers and consumers.
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Contaminant detection: Technologies can be used to identify and quantify a wide range of
contaminants in food and water. For example, AI-powered systems can be used to detect pesticides,
herbicides, bacteria, and viruses in food and water products.

Cost of goods sold (COGS): COGS is the direct cost of producing goods, such as the cost of raw
materials and labor. Accounting helps to track COGS and ensure that businesses are pricing their
products fairly.

Dams: Dams can have a variety of negative impacts on the

environment and people, including disrupting fish migration,
displacing communities, and increasing greenhouse gas emissions.

Desalination: Desalination is the process of removing salt from

seawater to make it fresh enough to drink or use for irrigation.
Desalination plants are becoming more efficient and affordable, and
they are being used in many parts of the world to address water
scarcity.

Diet-related diseases: Diet-related diseases, such as obesity, heart

disease, and diabetes, are a major public health problem in many countries. Gulf states have
significantly higher than average rates of obesity and diabetes.

Drones: Drones are being used to monitor crops, assess damage, and apply pesticides and fertilizers.
This can help to reduce costs and improve crop health.

Drought: Droughts can be caused by a variety of factors, such as lack of rainfall, high temperatures,
and changes in wind patterns. Droughts can lead to crop failures, water shortages, and wildfires.

Edible packaging: Edible packaging is made from materials that are safe for human consumption,
such as seaweed, cassava flour, or beeswax. This type of packaging can help to reduce food waste and
environmental pollution.

Eutrophication: Eutrophication is a process that occurs when excess nutrients, such as nitrogen and
phosphorus, enter a body of water. This can lead to the growth of algae and other aquatic plants.
Eutrophication can deplete oxygen levels in the water, harming aquatic life.

Factory farming: Factory farming, or concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFO), is an

intensive animal feeding practice in which over 1,000 animal units are confined for over 45 days a
year. Most of the meat we eat comes from CAFOs, although there are significant concerns about the
environmental, economic, and public health impacts of CAFOs. Many also criticize CAFOs on moral
grounds.

Farming simulators: A farming simulator is a video game that allows players to manage a farm,
including growing crops, raising livestock, and operating heavy machinery. Some more realistic
games can provide simulations of the farming process, and players can learn about the challenges and
rewards of agriculture.

Farmworker exploitation: Farmworkers often face poor working conditions, low wages, and
exposure to hazardous chemicals.
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Floods: Floods can be caused by a variety of factors, such as heavy rainfall, snowmelt, and storm
surges. Floods can displace people from their homes, damage infrastructure, and cause major
economic damage.

Food cultivation and storage: Architecture has played a crucial role in the development of food
cultivation and storage methods. For example, greenhouses, silos, granaries and warehouses are all
examples of architectural structures designed to protect food from the elements and pests.

Food deserts: Food deserts are geographic areas where residents have limited access to affordable,
healthy food. They are disproportionately located in low-income communities, and can lead to higher
rates of diet-related problems such as heart disease, diabetes and obesity.

Food insecurity: Food insecurity occurs when people do not have

reliable access to affordable, nutritious food. It can be caused by a
variety of factors, including poverty, unemployment, and natural
disasters.

Food packaging waste: Food packaging waste is a major

environmental problem. The food packaging industry is working
to develop solutions to reduce food packaging waste, such as
using recyclable materials and designing packaging systems that
can be reused or repaired.

Food safety: Food safety refers to the handling, preparation, and storage of food to prevent foodborne
illness. Foodborne illness can be caused by a variety of bacteria, viruses, and parasites, and can lead to
serious health problems and death.

Food waste: About one-third of all food produced for human consumption is wasted each year. This
waste occurs at all stages of the food supply chain, from production to processing to distribution to
consumption. There are a number of technologies that can help to reduce food waste, such as
improved food packaging and storage systems, and food waste composting systems.

Food-processing equipment: Mechanical engineers design and develop the food-processing

equipment that is used to produce and package food products. This includes equipment for washing,
cutting, cooking, freezing, and packaging food.

Genetic testing for personalized nutrition: Genetic testing can be used to identify individual genetic
variations that may affect how the body metabolizes certain nutrients. This information can be used to
create personalized nutrition plans that can help to optimize health and well-being.

Global commodities: Food and water are traded all over the world, and this gives marketers the
opportunity to reach a global audience. For example, they may create marketing campaigns that are
tailored to the specific needs and preferences of different cultures.

Groundwater depletion: Groundwater is being depleted at an alarming rate in many parts of the
world. This is due to a combination of factors, including population
growth, agricultural irrigation, and climate change.

Hunger and malnutrition: Nearly 800 million people worldwide

do not have enough to eat, and millions more suffer from
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malnutrition. This is due to a variety of factors, including poverty, conflict, climate change, and
unequal access to land and resources.

Inventory management: Accounting helps businesses to track their inventory levels and ensure that
they have enough stock to meet customer demand.

Loss of agricultural land: Agricultural land is being lost to urbanization, desertification, and soil
erosion. This is reducing the amount of land available to produce food.

Loss of biodiversity: Modern agriculture often relies on a small number of high-yielding crop
varieties, which reduces genetic diversity and makes crops more vulnerable to pests and diseases.

Meal planning and delivery services: Services like HelloFresh and Blue Apron deliver pre-
portioned ingredients and recipes to users' doorsteps. This can help people with dietary issues to save
time and effort in the kitchen, and to ensure that they are eating healthy meals.

Microfinance: Microfinance is a type of banking that provides financial services to low-income

individuals or groups of people who would otherwise have no access to finance. These practices have
been criticized in recent years as a way for banks to trap farmers in developing countries into debt.

Microplastics: Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic that are less than 5 millimeters in size. They
can be found in a variety of food and drink products, including bottled water, beer, and seafood. The
health effects of microplastic exposure are still unknown, but there is growing concern that they may
be harmful.

Ocean acidification: Ocean acidification is a process that occurs when carbon dioxide from the
atmosphere is absorbed by the ocean. This increases the acidity of the ocean, which can harm marine
life. Ocean acidification is a major concern for the future of the ocean.

Oil spills: Oil spills can be caused by a variety of factors, such as accidents, leaks, and natural
disasters. Oil spills can harm marine life, contaminate water supplies, and damage coastal ecosystems.

Personalized nutrition: AI is being used to develop personalized nutrition plans that are tailored to
individual needs. For example, AI-powered systems can be used to analyze an individual's health data,
dietary habits, and lifestyle to develop a personalized plan that can help them achieve their health
goals.

Plant-based plastics: Plant-based plastics are made from renewable resources such as corn starch,
sugarcane, or potatoes. They are biodegradable and compostable, making them a more sustainable
alternative to traditional petroleum-based plastics.

Population growth: Rapid population growth can put a strain on food and water resources. The
global population is projected to reach nearly 10 billion by 2050.

Precision agriculture: Precision agriculture uses sensors and data analysis to help farmers make
more informed decisions about crop management. This can lead to more efficient use of resources and
increased crop yields.
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Prices: Food and water prices can fluctuate wildly due to a variety of factors, such as weather
conditions, crop yields, and global economic trends. This can make it difficult for people to afford
food and water, especially those living in poverty.

Rainwater harvesting: Rainwater harvesting is the collection and storage of rainwater for later use.
This can be a valuable source of water in areas with limited water resources.

Resource management: Software can be used to manage the use

of food and water resources. For example, software can be used to
model the impact of different irrigation techniques on water usage,
or to optimize the distribution of food products.

Sea level rise: Sea level rise can inundate coastal areas, causing
flooding, erosion, and saltwater intrusion into freshwater supplies.
Sea level rise can also displace people from their homes and
damage infrastructure.

Social responsibility: Some food and drink companies are

marketing their products as being socially responsible. For example, a company may tout its
commitment to sustainable farming practices or its support for local communities. This type of
marketing can appeal to consumers who are concerned about social and environmental issues.

Symbolism: In many cultures, food and water are associated with specific architectural forms and
spaces. For example, temples and other sacred spaces often feature elements that represent food and
water abundance.

Traceability: Software can be used to track the movement of food and water from farm to fork, or
from source to tap. This can help to identify the source of any contamination problems, and to ensure
that food and water are recalled quickly if necessary.

Transportation: Petroleum is used to power trucks, trains, and ships that transport food from farms to
processing plants and grocery stores. Food transportation is a major source of greenhouse gas
emissions.

Unequal access to land and resources: In many parts of the world, smallholder farmers do not have
access to the land and resources they need to produce enough food for themselves and their families.
This is due to a variety of factors, including land concentration, lack of access to credit, and
inadequate infrastructure.

Urban design considerations: The availability of food and water is a key factor in urban design. For
example, urban planners must consider the need for access to fresh food and clean water when
designing new neighborhoods.

Vegetarianism and veganism: Vegetarianism is the practice of not eating meat, while veganism is
the practice of not consuming any animal products, including meat, dairy, and eggs. There are a
number of reasons why people choose to follow a vegetarian or vegan diet, such as concerns about
animal welfare, the environment, or their own health.
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Vehicles for social change: Food and water issues can be used to
raise awareness of important social and environmental problems.
For example, marketers may partner with organizations that are
working to address issues such as food waste or water scarcity.

Vertical farming: Vertical farming is a method of growing crops in

vertically stacked layers. This allows for more crops to be grown in
a smaller space, and it can be used to grow crops in urban areas and
in areas with limited land resources.

Water access and affordability: Millions of people around the

world do not have access to safe water, or they cannot afford to pay for it.

Water conservation: Water conservation is becoming an increasingly important area of research

because freshwater supplies are dwindling.

Water leakage detection and repair: Water leakage detection and repair technologies can help to
identify and fix leaks in water pipes and other infrastructure. This can help to conserve water
resources and reduce costs.

Water pollution: Water pollution can be caused by a variety of sources, including sewage, industrial
waste, mining, and agricultural runoff.

Water privatization: Water privatization is the process of transferring water ownership and
management from the public to the private sector. This can lead to increased water costs and reduced
access to water for poor and marginalized communities.

Water pumping and treatment: Petroleum is used to power pumps that extract and distribute water
for drinking, irrigation, and industrial use. Petroleum is also used to produce chemicals used in water
treatment.

Water quality: Water quality refers to the chemical, physical, and

biological characteristics of water. Waterborne diseases are
common in areas with poor or no clean-water infrastructure.

Water recycling and reuse: Water recycling and reuse is the

process of treating wastewater so that it can be reused for other
purposes, such as irrigation or industrial uses. This can help to
conserve water resources and reduce pollution.

Water-efficient technologies: There are a number of water-

efficient technologies that can help to reduce water use, such as
low-flow toilets, water-efficient showerheads, and drip irrigation systems.

Weight of agricultural machinery: Large tractors and harvesters can compact soil, which reduces
drainage and aeration and can make it difficult for plants to grow.

Zoonosis: Zoonosis is an infectious disease that is transmitted between species—for example, from a
bat to a human as with COVID-19. It is estimated that 60% of known infectious diseases, and up to
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75% of new infectious diseases, are zoonotic in origin. Modern agricultural practices and the demand
for meat are thought to be among the main contributors to this rise.

Example Sources

Note. The sources provided for some topics are merely examples to get students started. They are
mostly just introductory texts and should not be treated as definitive accounts or comprehensive
explanations of these complex topics. They are not necessarily appropriate sources for academic
writing. They may also present opinions that you may disagree with and do not represent the views of
the university or its employees.

Text sources

 ‘The anti-livestock people are a pest’: How UN food body played down role of farming in
climate change (Nelsen, 2023).
 A beginner’s guide to rainwater harvesting (Vartan, 2022).
 Active and intelligent food packing = Longer shelf life (Sand, 2020).
 Addiction to ultra-processed food affects 14% of adults globally, experts say (Gregory, 2023).
 An ‘AI’ fast food drive-thru is mostly just human workers in the Philippines (Sato, 2023).
 Application of nanotechnology in food science: Perception and overview (Sing et al., 2017).
 Bangladesh floods: Experts say climate crisis worsening (Mahmud, 2022).
 Beloved Australian dessert brand Sara Lee goes into voluntary administration (Kelly, 2023).
 Biofuels are accelerating the food crisis – And the climate crisis, too (Grunwald, 2022).
 Chlorinated chicken: How safe is it? (Schraer & Edgington, 2019).
 Climate change will prompt expansion of farming in northern wilderness (Dinneen, 2023).
 Coffee could be extinct by 2080 due to climate change destroying areas suitable for growing
beans (Agerholm, 2016).
 Dutch city plans to ban most meat adverts (Javed, 2022).
 Farming in the sky in Singapore (Senervirantne, 2012).
 Flood (Flood, n.d.)
 Food delivery apps are booming. Their workers are often struggling (De Freytas-Tamura,
2020).
 Food delivery workers’ labor conditions are abysmal (Press, 2023).
 Food deserts: What they are and what causes them (Walsh, 2022)
 Food waste posing a serious threat to sustainability in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – A
systematic review (Baig et al., 2019).
 Fracking’s environmental impacts – Water (Greenpeace, n.d.).
 Future global urban water scarcity and potential solutions (He at al., 2021).
 Global food security index 2022 (Global food security index 2022, 2022).
 Global fresh water demand will out strip supply by 40% by 2030, say experts (Harvey, 2023).
 How the world really works: The science behind how we got here and where we’re going
(Smil, 2022).
 Hunger and food insecurity (Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN, n.d.)
 Hydro dams are struggling to handle the world’s intensifying weather (Rahim, 2023).
 Irrigation (Irrigation, n.d.).
 Microplastics are in our bodies. How much harm do they cause us? (Parker, 2023).
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 Personalized nutrition programs are making people feel weird about food (Brown &
Reynolds, 2023).
 Petroleum in real life: Food, fertilizer and fuel (Zalewski, 2020)
 Petroleum wastewater treatment (Beni et al., 2023).
 Remote bricking of Ukrainian tractors raises agriculture security concerns (Brumfield, 2022).
 The food chain should be a food circle (MacArthur, 2023).
 The world needs topsoil to grow 95% of its food – But it’s rapidly disappearing (Cosier,
2019).
 Third of global food production at risk from climate crisis (Harvey, 2021).
 UK to ban junk food advertising online and before 9pm on TV from 2023 (Sweeney, 2021).
 Vertical farming has found its fatal flaw (Reynods, 2022).
 Waitrose turns to AI to create recipes for successful food products (Wood, 2023).
 Water privatisation is a scandal (Sikka, 2023).
 Water under pressure (Gilbert, 2012).
 We can make food from air and electricity to save land for wildlife (Le Page, 2021).
 Why I won’t be buying sea-farmed salmon ever again (Lawton, 2023).
 Will dark kitchens make takeaways more sustainable? (Pratty, 2021).

Multimedia sources

Note. Some of the videos in this list feature uncovered females.

 ‘This is an emergency’ – Chris van Tulleken on how our diet is killing us (Channel 4 News,
2023).
 Dining at the world’s largest synthetic meat factory (Bloomberg Originals, 2021).
 Food industry machines that are at another level 21 (Quantum Tech HD, 2022).
 How “forever chemicals” polluted America’s water (Vox, 2020).
 How much are antibiotics used in your meat? (Seeker, 2015).
 How Singapore is leading the way in efficient urban farming (Sustainable Urban Delta, 2022).
 Is your delivery food coming from a ghost kitchen? (Inside Edition, 2023).
 Microplastics explained (Explainity Channel, 2019).
 Monsanto: The company that owns the world’s food supply (Business Casual, 2016).
 Rethinking the American diet (Harvard University, 2016).
 State of food security and nutrition in the world 2023 – Interview with FAO chief economist
(Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN, 2023).
 The high-tech vertical farmer (Bloomberg Originals, 2018).
 The real problem with GMOs (Our Changing Climate, 2020).
 UK doctor switches to 80% ultra-processed food for diet for 30 days (BBC, 2021).
 Vaclav Smil on the environmental cost of wasting food (Revkin, 2013).
 Why the world is running out of soil (CNBC, 2022).
 Zoonotic diseases and warning about their increasing frequency (The Print, 2020).

Publications and websites

 BBC Future | Agriculture

 BBC Future | Water
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 BBC News | Sustainable Agriculture

 BBC Science Focus
 Institute for Food Technologies
 National Geographic | Agriculture
 National Geographic | Water
 Nature
 Nature Sustainability
 New Scientist | Agriculture
 New Scientist | Food and Drink
 New Scientist | Water
 Science
 The Guardian | Agriculture
 The Guardian | Water
 The Irish Times | Farming & Food
 The Verge | Food
 UN Water
 Wired | Food
 Wired | Food and Drink
 Vox | Climate
 Vox | Future Perfect
 Vox | Science
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References

Note. These are APA Style references. You will be expected to be able to write accurate APA Style
references on this course.

A global food crisis. (n.d). Word Food Programme. https://www.wfp.org/global-hunger-crisis

Agerholm, H. (2016, September 5). Coffee could be extinct by 2080 due to climate change destroying

areas suitable for growing beans. The Independent.

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/coffee-could-be-extinct-by-2080-due-

to-climate-change-destroying-areas-suitable-for-growing-beans-a7222241.html

Baig, M. B., Al-Zahrani, K. H., Schneider, F., Straquadine, G. S., & Mourad, M. (2019). Food waste

posing a serious threat to sustainability in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – A systematic

review. Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences, 26(7), 1734–1752.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sjbs.2018.06.004

BBC. (2021, May 28). UK doctor switches to 80% ultra-processed food diet for 30 days 🍔🍕🍟 BBC

[Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/T4PFt4czJw0

Beni, A. A., Adel, M. S. S., Zaeimdar, M., Ghadi, A., Hassani, V., Jalalvandi, K., & Abdollahi, S. A.

(2023). Petroleum wastewater treatment. In B. K. Taşeli (Ed.), Sewage Management. Intech

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Bloomberg Originals. (2018, September 20). The high-tech vertical farmer [Video]. YouTube.

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Bloomberg Originals. (2021, November 24). Dining at the world’s largest synthetic meat factory

[Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/KSS9Em4a_qs

Brown, G., & Reynolds, M. (2023, October 16). Personalized nutrition programs are making people

feel weird about food. Wired. https://www.wired.co.uk/article/zoe-nutrition-apps

Brumfield, C. (2022, May 26). Remote bricking of Ukrainian tractors raises agriculture security

concerns. Computer Security Online. https://www.csoonline.com/article/

572811/remote-bricking-of-ukrainian-tractors-raises-agriculture-security-concerns.html
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Business Casual. (2016, September 19). Monsanto: The company that owns the world’s food supply

[Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/KAZmHIiN8VI

Channel 4 News. (2023, June 9). ‘This is an emergency’ – Chris van Tulleken on how our diet is

killing us [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/l3U_xd5-SA8

CNBC. (2022, June 5). Why the world is running out of soil [Video]. YouTube.

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De Freytas-Tamura, K. (2020, November 30). Food delivery apps are booming. Their workers are

often struggling. The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/30/

nyregion/bike-delivery-workers-covid-pandemic.html

Dinneen, J. (2023, October 19). Climate change will prompt expansion of farming in northern

wilderness. New Scientist. https://www.newscientist.com/article/2398603-climate-change-

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Explainity Channel. (2019, March 18). Microplastics explained (Explainity explainer video) [Video].

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resource/flood/

Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN. (2023, July 12). State of food security and nutrition in

the world 2023 – Interview with FAO chief economist [Video]. YouTube.

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Greenpeace. (n.d.). Fracking’s environmental impacts – water. https://www.greenpeace.org/

usa/fighting-climate-chaos/issues/fracking/environmental-impacts-water

Gregory, A. (2023, October 10). Addiction to ultra-processed food affects 14% of adults globally,

experts say. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/science/2023/

oct/10/addiction-to-ultra-processed-food-affects-14-of-adults-global-study-shows

Grunwald, M. (2022, April 19). Biofuels are accelerating the food crisis – And the climate crisis, too.

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Harvey, F. (2023, March 17). Global fresh water demand will out strip supply by 40% by 2030, say

experts. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/mar/17/

global-fresh-water-demand-outstrip-supply-by-2030

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Kelly, C. (2023, October 18). Beloved Australian dessert brand Sara Lee goes into voluntary

administration. The Guardian.

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https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/oct/18/beloved-australian-dessert-brand-

sara-lee-goes-into-voluntary-administration

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