"The Bronx has the second-highest ratio of bodegas to supermarkets among the five boroughs, with neighborhoods like Fordham/University Heights having 20 bodegas for every supermarket. This disparity highlights the challenges residents face in accessing fresh food options."
"Only about 5% of residents primarily rely on bodegas to purchase fruits and vegetables, compared with 78% who use supermarkets for these items. This indicates a strong preference for supermarkets when it comes to buying fresh produce."
"Since 2008, tax incentives under the Food Retail Expansion to Support Health (FRESH) program have put more than 30 new food markets within walking distance of 1.2 million New Yorkers who were previously underserved, yet bodegas still far outnumber these new stores."
The Bronx, especially the South Bronx, is characterized by a significant shortage of full-service supermarkets compared to corner bodegas. Many residents can easily access convenience foods but must travel further for fresh produce. The Bronx has the second-highest ratio of bodegas to supermarkets in New York City, with neighborhoods like Fordham/University Heights having 20 bodegas for every supermarket. Although initiatives like the FRESH program have introduced new markets, bodegas still dominate food access, with only a small percentage of residents purchasing fresh produce from them.
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