Sweet Corn Revolution
High fructose corn syrup emerged in the 1970s as a cheaper, sweeter alternative to sugar, driven by market dynamics and agricultural policies. The sale of corn to the Soviet Union sparked increased production, while government subsidies encouraged farmers to plant more corn. A pivotal moment occurred in 1981 when sugar import quotas made high fructose corn syrup the more affordable option in the U.S. market.In this clip
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