Urban Farming

“Sole Food Farm out of Vancouver is an amazing project,” said Emery. They've created raised garden beds that get placed on vacant parking lots. These gardens provide employment for the community and it utilizes a space which will just sit empty for an unknown period of time. Sole Food has also built their gardens in such a way that if the property should come under development, they can pick up the garden beds with a forklift, load them onto a truck and move them to a new location without disrupting the growth.

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Gleaning

Gather Baltimore was created by Arthur Morgan. Arthur noticed that fresh produce was being thrown away after a farmers market because it wouldn't last until the next market. So he approached the vendors and asked them if they would be willing to donate this leftover produce. They agreed and he brought this produce to low-income and struggling neighborhoods where he would sell it for pennies on the dollar.

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urbane development

Urbane Development is working with Bodegas and other local convenience/grocery stores located in food deserts and inner cities to bring fresh produce, meats and breads to those who don't typically get access to these things.

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Prison Gardens

A prison garden at San Quentin State Prison has seen remarkable success with its former inmates. The rate at which convicts return to prison averages around six out of 10. The rate of return for those who have gone through the gardening program is less than 1 out of 10, its supporters said.

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Individual Gardens

“Even if it's just one fruit, vegetable or herb – try it,” said Emery. “Grow a tomato plant, strawberries, green beans, peas, lettuce, chamomile, basil, or cilantro. Find something you like to eat and give it a try. There is something very satisfying and therapeutic about planting and cultivating a garden. Then when you finally get to eat the product of your labor, it's incredibly satisfying.”

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