Based on the texts you have read in this unit, write an argumentative essay that
establishes and supports a position in response to a current issue related to food
production. Choose from one of the following subtopics:
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Option 1 Locally: What critical challenges does the food system in Texas face?
How should we address those challenges using food production practices that
are viable?
• Option 2 - Nationally: What critical challenges does the US food system face?
How should we feed our growing US population using food production practices
that are viable?
Option 3 - Globally: What critical challenges does the global food system face?
How should we feed the growing world population using food production
practices that are viable?
In your argumentative essay, be sure to do the following:
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Develop a clear position supported by a series of evidence-based claims.
Include at least one counterclaim to an opposing position.