Food banks ask gardeners to grow extra for hungry: Grow a Row

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Food banks ask gardeners to grow extra for hungry
By CLARE TRAPASSO – 2 days ago

LANGDON, N.H. (AP) — Sharon Crossman hadn't tasted fresh fruits or vegetables in a week. Since her husband had two heart attacks and stopped working, she has relied on disability checks and the free food provided by a food pantry.

But lately, the only fresh produce available at the Fall Mountain Foodshelf where she volunteers has been shriveled potatoes and sprouting onions.

Pantry director Mary Lou Huffling expects that to change soon, as she has begun asking local gardeners and farmers to grow extra rows of produce to donate.

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At least 50 families have responded to Huffling's request and she thinks about 100 will end up participating. In July, she expects to feed fresh vegetables to 100 to 130 families each week.

"People have been very excited about it," Huffling said.

[EstimatedProphet]

1. That was part of my intent in a garden

If it all goes well, I should have plenty of tomatoes to donate.

[Carnea]

2. Great Idea.

And it gets fresh tasty vegetables to those who need them the most.

:applause: