Food deserts are defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as low-income communities located more than one mile from a reliable source of fresh produce and other healthy whole foods.
That’s a new term to me. “Food desert.” lol.
Naturally, we’re inclined to hear the word “desert” and naturally visualize harsh terrains of flat land, high heat, sand everywhere, and the sun beating down unmercifully. Contextually, it makes sense what a food desert should be, but it’s still amusing to me that my particular area would likely be considered one.