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Living Camden is a nonprofit organization that finds local supermarkets, shopping centers, and clinics willing to participate in lending a helping hand in bettering Camden, New Jersey.

Our mission is to enhance the dignity and quality of life of individual’s families and communities by eliminating obstacles to opportunity and helping people in need reach their fullest potential through the power of work.

This binder aims to help single mothers in Camden. It includes tips, tools, and guidelines that will be added to monthly. It shows ways in which you can improve your life with the basic needs.

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Affordable Clothingfor mother and child

DEpartmEnt StorES tHiFt StorES mallS outlEtS

Shop with a plan!many ways to gain more bang for your buck is making a list of what exactly you need. leaving the house with a wandering mind can only play against you.

Here are some tips for having a successful shopping day!

Make a list• Lookthroughyourchild’sclosetandmakealistofitems

you being worn out.

• Basicsgoalongway.Focusonbuyingclothingthatcanbe layered or mixed. this will stretch your wardrope.

Clearenced Items• Everystorehasaclearencesection.Aimtherefirstand

take time to go through each item and try to find a garment that suits you and your child.

• Ifyouseeapieceofclothingwithastainorlosethreads,askforadiscount.Morethenmostlikely,thestorewouldbe more then happy to give you a discount.

Coupons, coupons, and more coupons• Gatheryourdailynewspaperandclippersmagazine

and scan through each page in search of local retail store coupons.

• Walmarthasasaleoninfanttotoddlerclothingeverythird week each month!

Quality over Quantity• Youmayenduppayingmoreformoreclothingthen

buyingacompletesweatoutfitorapairofbluejeansand a shirt for the same price. Check your prices all thetime.

Ebay and CraigslistTheseonlineoptionsarealwaystunedintothelatest andtrendieststyles.Youcanfindchildrenclothesfromonedollarto5dollarsforcompleteoutfitsetsfrombrandslikeTheChildrensPlace,Justice,andGapKids.

When is the best time to shop Ebay or Craigslist?

• right before the weekend hits. online stores are constantly havinginventoryrollovers,salinggreatconditionandwell kepted clothing for next to nothing.

Is there a return policy?• Don’tbeimpressedbymoney-backguarenteesand

dirt-cheapshipping.Ifitisascam,theyaren’tgoingtogiveyourmoneybackandtheyaren’tgoingtoshipanything.

How do I know it is not a scam?• Ebay and Craiglist users use feedback to try to give you a

feelfortheseller’sperformance.Youshouldbecarefulbuying from a seller with a feedback below 10 they may not be stable.

Taking advantage of your laundromat

• Saveyourchangeallthetimeandkeepinajarlabeled“Wash”.Thiswillsetasidemoneytokeepyourclothingnice and clean!

• GathercouponsfromTarget,Walmart,orWalgreenscatalogs for laundry detergent discounts and savings.

• Washinbigloads,ifyoudoitthisway,youwilllessontheamountoftimesyouhavetotakethebusortrainthe the laundromat.

• SeeifyourlocalLaundromathasadiscountcardorfrequent user advantage. this could give you several rounds of free washes!

Safe clothing for you childManyproductsoutinthemarkets,aremadewith syntheticmaterialsthatcanbeharmfultoyouandtoyour child. Check the tags and what material all your newly dicounted clothing is made out of. Dont worry. Cottoncanbecheapandissoftonskin.

Whenyouseeashirtthatislabeled100%cotton,handwashandlayflattodry.Thisisagoldenticketitem.Youdonothavetospendmoneyon the laundromat. this means you can wash it right in your sink or tub and then lay it right down on the floor or over a raling to drip dry.

Payattentiontolabels.this could be the way to keeping more money in your pocket and to be used else where.

Athomeapersoncanonlydooneloadatatime,but at a laundromat customers can do 10 loads ofwashatatimeifhewants.Whileapersonwaitsforhisclothestofinish,hecansitquietlyandread a book. Some laundromats have a few arcade games for the children. laundromats also have some commerciallysizedwashersanddryersforthosebigkingsizedquiltsyoumaybeneedingtowash.they wash and dry the items that are too big for you to take care of at home.

Affordable fashion for smart moms on a budget

Platoes Closet1450ClementsBridgeDr.Deptford,NJ08012(856)-256-6325

452KellyDr.Camden,NJ05452(856)452-5623

7845BananaLaneSewellNJ,08080(856)452-6235

10 phillipe rd.GlassboroNJ,08012(856)732-5621

Once Upon A Child12JamesBridgeDr.Mantrua,NJ02020(856)-256-6325

44GarageDr.Washington,NJ05452(856)452-5623

6523FruitLanePaolioNJ,08080(856)452-6235

12MarinerRd.SewellNJ,08012(609)832-1212

Walmart30BlackHorsePikeAudubown,Nj08107(856)310-1629

Goodwill7186NorthParkDr.5461MarltonPikePennsauken,NJ08109(856)662-1650

Vintage Thrift Store7533SouthCrescent,Camden,NJ08103(856)338-1700

Salvation Army915HaddonAve.Camden,NJ08103(856)338-1700

619BaltimoreAve.Camden,NJ08103(856)338-1700

800DeerLaneCamden,NJ08103(856)659-4851

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Places to GoMany things to see

adventure aquarium

millenium SkateWorld

Camden riversharks

TheChildren’sGardenofCamden

Adventure Aquarium

WhatbetterwaytolearnaboutallthefishesintheseathenvisitingtheAdventureAquariuminCamden,NewJersey.Withanarrayoffunfilled activitiesforkidsandparentsalike!Goaheadand sink your teeth into it!

Location, Location, Location!

• the adventure aquarium is located right along the CamdenWaterfrontwithgreatviewsofPhiladelphia.

• adventure aquarium one aquarium Drive Camden,NJ08103 1-800-616-JAWS

Ticket Pricing & Admission

• open Daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m

• Adults$23.95 Children(2-12)$17.95 (Childrenunder2areFREE)

Things to Know Before you Go:

• Camerasareencouraged,butuseofflashinsomeplacesareforbidden,sousecautionandreadthesignsbeforeyou enter certain areas of the aquarium.

• Outsidefoodisprohibited,butthereareplentyofvendorswho are located with family packaged deals to make foodinexpensiveandmoreaffordable.

Questions, Concerns or Comments...

• Visit:http://www.adventureaquarium.com/home.aspx

• TofindoutmoreaboutAdevntureAquariumcalltheircustomerservicelineat:856-365-3300

Millenium Skate WorldWhosaidrollerskatingwasn’tcool?Thisplaceisthebestplaceintownforbirthdaypartiesandevenschoolrelatedfunctions.Comeskateouttothebestmusicanddeliciouspizzatoo!


• Funforallages,skatetotoday’smostpopularmusicskateareafortoddlersandbeginners,rentorbringyourownrollerorin-lineskates.

• 1900CarmanStreet Camden,NJ08105


• pricing for skate rental and admission varries according tothedayoftheweek,socheckinwithusviainternetor telephone and get the latest deals.

• Wehaveaproshopwhereskatesaresoldaswellasvariousskatingneedstoo.Checkitout!


• open Daily 10:00 a.m. to 10:00p.m.

• Adults$5.00-$7.00 Children(2-10)$3.00 (Childrenunder2areFREE)


• Visit:http://www.millenniumskateworld.com

• TofindoutmoreaboutMilleniumSkateWorldcalltheircustomerservicelineat:856-757-9460

Camden RiversharksAwonderfulandfun-filledballparkwherekidsgettobekidsandenjoytheoutdoorsatakidfriendlyplace!Withlotsofgamesandcoolgiveawayseachgame,kidsgettoenjoybaseballon a more personal level.

• Agreatlocationtohavekidsbirthdayparties,celebrationsandmore!Childrencanalsoenjoytheoutdoorplayground.

• 401 Delaware avenue Camden,NJ08102

• parking is available in all lots labeled with a riversharks employee and marked with proper signage.

• ThereisalsoaShark’sstorewherevariousRiversharksmerchandise can be purchased.

• Doors open game days at 4:00pm

• Ticketpricesvaryfrom$5.00-$13.00Dependingonamount ofpatrons,events,etc.Childrenunder3arefree!

• Visit:http://www.riversharks.com

• TofindoutmoreabouttheCamdenRiversharkscalltheircustomerservicelineat:1-866-SHARKS-9





The Children’s Garden of Camdena great place for children to visit with their familiesandlearnaboutthewonderful,colorfulflowersandplantsthatsurroundthemintheirdaily lives.


• the adventure aquarium is located right next to the Camden adventure aquarium

• 3RiversideDrive Camden,NJ08103

• Open-Friday,Saturday&Sundayfrom10:00am-4:00pmandThursdaybyReservation.TheGardenisclosedMondaythroughWednesday

• Admission:$6perpersonandfreeforchildrentwoandyounger.


• IfyouentertheChildren’sGardenusingtheAquarium GardenGate,itisonly$4.00perperson.

• parking is available in all aqaurium lots and pricing varies,sopleasemakesuretoreadallofthesignage located around the parking lots.

• Visit:http://www.camdenchildrensgarden.org/

• TofindoutmoreaboutAdevntureAquariumcalltheircustomerservicelineat:856-365-8733

Ticket Pricing & AdmissionQuestions, Concerns or Comments...

Get Going!

Visit or call your local park & recreational planner:

Explore the city with your kids

1056 Wright Avenue Camden, NJ 08102 Tel: 856-757-7267

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Healthful Tips

HEaltH FaCilitiES DAYCARE WIC Snap

to keep you fit

Cam Care Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

A. 6th and Erie Streets Camden,NewJersey08102856.757.9180

B. 817 Federal Street Camden,NewJersey08103Administration-856.541.3270Adult-856.541.8217Pediatric-856.541.9811OB/GYN-856.541.2229Dental-856.963.8768

C. 8th and Carl Miller Blvd. Camden,NewJersey08103856.541.4926

D. 2610 Federal Street Camden,NewJersey08105Adult-856.635.0203Children(Pediatric)-856.635.0311OB/GYN-856.635.0212Dental-856.635.0307

Becauseyourhealthcareneedsgobeyondthedirectcareofpharmacycures.WepromoteclinicsanddoctorsinourcommunitywhichhelpthecityofCamdenandsurroundingareasforallagegroups.Westrive to keep and healthy and happy community.

PatientscometoCAMcarebecausetheyknowtheywillbetreatedwithgreatcareandcompassionbyourconcernedhighlyqualifiedmedicalteam.Wewillstopatnothingtogiveyouthebesthealtcarewepossiblycantofityourneedsandmedicalissues.

Health Facilities

CHILD CARE RESOURCE AND REFERRAL AGENCIES (CCR&Rs)ChildCareAssistanceProgramprovideslow-income,workingfamilieswithaccesstoquality,affordablechildcarethatallowsthemtocontinueworkingandcontributestothehealthy,emotionalandsocialdevelopmentofthechild.Familiesarerequiredtocost-shareonaslidingscalebasedonfamilysize,income and number of children in care.

Camden Kids Academy1459HaddonAvenue,CamdenNJ08103P:(856)966-7000

Camden County Department of Children ServicesDipiero CenterSisterDonnaMinster,Director512LakelandRoad,Suite200Blackwood,NJ08012P:(856)374-6378F:(856)[email protected]/government/offices/children

WIC WOMEN INFANTS AND CHILDREN

New Jersey WIC Services Department of Health MaryMickles,DirectorCN364Trenton,NJ08625-03641-866-44NJWIC(1-866-446-5942)F:(609)292-3580or9288E:[email protected]/health/fhs/wic

American WIC Services Department of Health BenjaminSmith,DirectorCN1000WashingtonDC,NJ15832-01431-866-44NJWIC(1-866-446-5942)F:(609)970-5793E:[email protected]/health/fhs/wic

WICprovidessupplementalfoods,healthcarereferrals,nutritioneducation,andbreastfeedingpromotionandsupporttolow-incomepregnant,breast-feeding,andpostpartumwomen,andtoinfantsandchildrenuptoagefivewhoarefoundtobeatnutritionalrisk.

Fresh fruit and veggies•any variety of fresh cut fruits and vegetables•Plainsaladmixes,coleslaw,andgreensinabag•Plainfruitorplainvegetablesinanycontainer•Fruits&vegetablesdonothavetobelocallygrown

Canned Vegetables• any brand•Anyplainvegetablesorplainmixedvegetables(withoutwhitepotatoes)•Metalcansonly•Anysize•Regularorlowsodium

Canned Fruit •Anybrandpackedinwaterorjuice•Anyplainfruitorplainmixedfruit(exceptfruitcocktail)•Metalcansonly•Anysize(exceptsingle-servingpackages)•Productswithartificialsweeteners•Anybrandwithnoaddedsugar•Anyplainfruitorplainfruitmixture•Anypackagetype(bag,box)•Anysize•Naturallysweet•100%purefruitandjuice,100%natural•Nosugaradded,unsweetened

Frozen fruit•Anybrandwithnoaddedsugar•Anyplainfruitorplainfruitmixture•Anypackagetype(bag,box)•Anysize

Allowed Food Voucher ItemsCanned Tomato Products•Anybrand•Metalcansonly•Anysize•Pastes,purees,whole,crushedtomatoe

Frozen Vegetable•Anybrand•Anyplainvegetablesorplainmixedvegetables(withoutwhitepotatoes)•Anypackagetype(bag,box)•Anysize(exceptsingle-servingpackages)•Withorwithoutsalt.

Wic Food List

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance ProgramSNAP

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, isthe program formerly known as food stamps. a nutrition program is not awelfare cash assistanceprogram.YoudonothavetobereceivingTAFDCtoget Snap — these are separate programs.

Benefits can be used to purchase food at grocerystores,conveniencestores,andsomefarmers’marketsandco-opfoodprograms.BenefitsaregiventoyoueachmonthonaplasticcardcalledanEBT(electronicbenefitstransfer)card,whichworkslikeadebitcard.paper coupons are no longer used.

Itisafederalnutritionprogramthathelpsyoustretchyour food budget and buy healthy food. it is a federal entitlementprogram,whichmeansthatanyonewhoiseligiblewillreceivebenefits.Youwillnotbetakingawaybenefitsfromsomeoneelseifyouapply.

For non-citizens: proofoflegalnon-citizenstatus.

Child and adult care expenses: Housing costs (rent or mortgage and utilities) Out-of-pocket medicalexpenses (if age 60 or over, or disabled) Childsupport payments being made to a child living outside of the household.

Over the phone: call Project Bread’s FoodSourceHotline at 1-800-645-8333 to start an applicationover thephone,orhaveanapplication sent toyouthrough the mail.

By mail or fax: youcanfind linkstofill-ablePDFsandWorddocumentstodownloadandcompleteonthe Dta website.

Apply online: usetheMass.govVirtualGatewaytoapply online today.

The First Food Stamp Program (FSP) - May 16, 1939-Spring 1943

TheideaforthefirstFSPiscreditedtovariouspeople,mostnotablySecretaryofAgriculture HenryWallaceandtheprogram’sfirstadministrator milo perkins. the program operated by permitting people on relief to buy orange stamps equal to their normal food expenditures; for every $1 worth of orangestampspurchased,50centsworthofblue stamps were received. orange stamps could be used to buy any food; blue stamps could only be used to buy food determined by the Department to be surplus.

Itisafederalentitlementprogram.Thismeansanyonewhoiseligiblewillreceivebenefits.Youwillnotbetakingawaybenefitsfromsomeone else if you apply.

Food Stamp Statistics

Food stamp are used widely across the west coast of the united States and throughout the east coast.

FoodstampapplicationsareavailableatanySocialSecurity office. if you and everyone in your household are applying for or already getting SSI payments, anySocial Security office will help you fill out the foodstampapplicationandsendittothefoodstampofficefor you.

Allothers,includingthoseapplyingfororgettingonlySS,musttaketheirfoodstampapplicationstothelocal foodstampofficeortoanySocialSecurityofficewhereafoodstamprepresentativeworks.

Proof of income such as pay stubs, Social Security,SSi or a pension for each member of your household; proof of how much you spend for child care; rent receipts or proof of your mortgage payments; records ofyourutilitycosts.

medical bills for those members of your household age60orolder,andforthosewhoreceivegovernmentpayments such as SSi because they are disabled.

Food Stamps SupplementalNutritionAssistanceProgram(SNAP),thefederalfoodstampprogram,isseeing a rise in household asking for assistance.

percent increase in households participating2008to2009

0% - 12 %13% - 17%

18% - 22%

23% - 39%

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Let’s eat!for the health of it

Builtahealthy plate

Cut back on sugars and salt

Eat the right amount of calories for you

Bephysicallyactiveyour way

Built it healthyBeforeyoueat,thinkaboutwhatgoesonyourplateorinyourcuporbowl.Foodslikevegetables,fruits,wholegrains,low-fatdairyproducts,andleanproteinfoods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories. try some of these options.

Make half your plate fruits and vegetables

• Eatred,orange,anddark-greenvegetables,suchasotmatoes,sweetpotatoes,andbroccoli,inmainand side dishes.

• Eatfruit,vegetables,orunsaltednutsassnacks.Theyarenature’soriginalfastfoods.

Switch to skim or 1% milk

•they have the same amount of calcium and other essentialnutrientsaswholemilk,butlessfatandcalories.

• Trycalcium-fortifiedsoyproductsasanalternativetodairy foods to keep variety.

Make at leas half your grains whole

• Choose100%whole-graincereals,breads,crackers,rice,andpasta.Itishealthierandalsoitisbetterforyourdigestion.

• Checktheingredientslistonfoodpackagestofindwhole-grainfoods.

Vary your protein food choices

• Twiceaweek,makeseafoodtheproteinonyourplate.Ithelpsthestomachtoprocessfoodbetter.

• Eatbeans,whichareanaturalsourceoffiberandproteinand creates variety in your diet.

Cut back the badManypeopleeatfoodswithtoomuchsolidfats,addedsugars,andsalt(sodium).Addedsugarsandfatsloadfoodswithextracaloriesyoudon’tneed.too much sodium may increase your blood pressure

Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars

• Drink water instead of sugary drinks. there are about 10 packetsofsugarina12-ouncecanofsoda.

• Selectfruitfordessert.Eatsugarydessertslessoften.Choose100%fruitjuiceinsteadoffruit-flavoreddrinks,whichcontainesugarandallsortofpreservatives.

Look out salt (sodium) in foods you buy

• Comparesodiuminfoodslikesoup,bread,andfrozenmeals. it all adds up to an unhealthy meal.

• add spices or herbs to season food without adding salt. Spicesaddaniceflavortoalltypeoffoodsandsomeof them have the slaty taste you need.

Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats

•Makemajorsourcesofsaturatedfats(suchascakescookies,icecream,pizza,cheese,sausages,andhotdogs)occationalchoices,noteverydayfoods.

• Selectleancutsofmeatsorpoultryandfat-freeorlow-fatmilk,yogurt,andcheese.

Switch from solid fats to oil when preparing food

Solid FatsBeef,pork,andchickenfatButter,cream,andmilkfatCoconut and palm oilsHydrogenated oilShortening Stickmargarine

oilsCanola&CornoilCottonseedoilolive oilpeanut oilSunfloweroilVagetable oil

Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit. Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight. people who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep trackofhowmuchtheyeatinaday,evenifthey don’tcounteverycalorie.Itisalsorecommendedto eat maller portions several times a day to keep your stomach busy; this helps the metabolism andkeepsitactive.

Enjoy your food, but eat less.

• Getyourpersonaldailycalorielimitandkeepthat number in mind when deciding what to eat.

• Thinkbeforeyoueat...isitworththecalories?

• Avoidoversizedportions.

• Useasmallerplate,bowl,andglass.

• Stopeatingwhenyouaresatisfied,notfull.

Cook more often at home, where you are in control.• Choosedishesthatincludevegetables,fruits,and/or

whole grains.

•Wheneatingout,chooselowercaloriemenuoptions.

• Check posted calorie amounts.

•order a smaller portion or share when eating out.

•avoid eating heavy desserts.

Be physically active your wayWhatyoueatanddrinkandyourlevelofphysicalactivityareimportantforyourownhealth,andalsoforyourchildren’shealth.Youareyourchildren’smostimportantrolemodel.Yourchildren pay attention to what you do more than what you say.

Youcandoalottohelpyourchildrendevelophealthyhabitsforlifebyprovidingandeatinghealthymealsandsnacks.Forexample,don’tjusttellyourchildrentoeattheirvegetablesandshowthemthatyoueatandenjoyvegetableseveryday.Remember,thebestwayofteachingyourchildrendifferentthingstoimprovetheirlifes now and in the future is through your exampleoflife.Theylearnthroughimitation.practice this at home and you will see the possitive results.

Let’s eat !for the health of it

Paprika Shrimp & Green Bean SauteGreenbeansaddsnapandcolortothegarlickyshrimpandbutterbeansinthisSpanish-inspiredsauté. Slightly pricier prepeeled shrimp are worth it,giventheamountoftimetheysaveonaharriedweeknight. Serve with quinoa or brown rice.

•4cupsgreenbeans,trimmed(about12ounces)•3tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil•1/4cupmincedgarlic•2teaspoonspaprika• 1poundrawshrimp,(21-25perpound;seeNote),

peeled and deveined•216-ouncecanslargebutterbeans,orcannellini beans,rinsed

•1/4cupsherryvinegar,orred-winevinegar•1/2teaspoonsalt•1/2cupchoppedfreshparsley,divided•Freshlygroundpepper,totaste

Ingredients

Preparation1 Bring1inchofwatertoaboilinalargesaucepan.Putgreenbeansinasteamerbasket,placeinthepan,coverandsteamuntiltender-crisp,4to6minutes.

2 Meanwhile,heatoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Addgarlicandpaprikaandcook,stirringconstantly,untiljustfragrantbutnotbrowned,about20seconds.Addshrimpandcookuntilpinkand

per serving: 245calories;8gfat(1gsat,6gmono);115mgcholesterol;26gcarbohydrates;0gaddedsugars;23gprotein;8gfiber;596mgsodium;855mgpotassium.

Nutrition

opaque,about2minutesperside.Stirinbeans,vinegarandsalt;cook,stirringoccasionally,untilheatedthrough,about2minutes.Stirin1/4cupparsley.

3 Dividethegreenbeansamong6plates.Topwith the shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with pepper andthewremaining1/4cupparsley.

6servingsActiveTime:30minutesTotalTime:30minutesFormoreinformationabouthealthyrecipes,pleasevisit:www.camdenliving.com

A. Pathmark 2881MountEphraimAve#5,Camden,NJpathmark.com

B. Frank’s Deli 1734SouthBroadway,Camden,NJ(856)365-7240

C. Cousin’s Supermarket 200MarltonAvenue,Camden,NJ(856)365-9230

D. Arelis Supermarket 2220RiverAvenue,Camden,NJ(856)365-0031

E. Fayers Market 1400HaddonAvenue,Camden,NJ(856)963-6325

F. Ernie’s Market 1500ParkBoulevard,Camden,NJ(856)338-1101

G. Family Dollar #6671 1459HaddonAvenue,Camden,NJ(856)966-6189

H. Inoa Food Market 800HaddonAvenue,Camden,NJ(856)964-8400

I. Camden Mini Market 700PineStreet,Camden,NJ(856)966-8416

J. Rosemary Supermarket 556South6thStreet,Camden,NJ(856)635-9173

Supermarkets in Camden, NJ

Overacenturyago,thecompaniesthatdominatedtheglobalfoodtrade--Cargill,LouisDreyfus,ContinentalGrain,andBunge-werewholesalers.Today,thesegiantsaredwarfedbythesupermarketsthat govern the global food system from farm tofork.Walmart,theworld’slargestretailer,hassalesgreaterthan2percentofU.S.GDPand, with2.1milliongreeters,stockclerks,andlogisticsofficersworkingatits8,416storesfromShenzhentoShreveport,ranksamongthelargestemployersworldwide-onlyChina’sarmyhasmorepeopleonitspayroll.Supermarketsfirstjumpedtothedevelopingworldinthe1990s;nowtheyaccountfor more than half of food retail sales in latin america and China.

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