In most places in the U.S. there are multiple agencies that work with other agencies to get excess food into the hands of those who can best use it. Whether they work directly with food banks, social service organizations, shelters, and churches or if they have their own collection and distribution system, these agencies often run into a similar problem. They have a ton in the way of non-perishable, boxed or canned goods and less in the way fresh fruits and vegetables. Sometimes this is because they just don’t have a way to store or distribute it. Other times, it’s simply a lack of donations of these items. One way to help your local agency is by growing a row, or several, or even a full garden, specifically for them. Today we’re going to talk about the logistics behind this, what items are often the best to grow, how to make it practical for you, and how to successfully deliver the harvest to the people who need it the most. And, sometimes, that might just be your neighbor up the street. Let’s dig in.
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