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Food Policy · Grow Hartford · Holcomb Farm CSA · School Food · Healthy Retailers | ||
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Grow HartfordGrow Hartford, a project of the Hartford Food System, promotes a sustainable and equitable food system in Hartford by cultivating youth leadership and civic participation through agriculture. Grow Hartford operates three sites in Hartford's inner city that serve as outdoor classrooms for hundreds of Hartford young people and families. About the Program
Project ActivitiesFood Production
Grow Hartford operates three sites in Hartford's Frog Hollow and Behind the Rocks neighborhoods. In 2007 the project produced 3,694 pounds of fresh produce, all of which was distributed to city residents. As of mid-September 2008, we have harvested 5,164 pounds of produce (a 40% improvement over last year's total) with several weeks remaining in the growing season.
Youth Training Grow Hartford's summer program for at-risk youth focuses on sustainable agriculture education, leadership and work skills, and community action. Youth also prepare a community lunch for over 100 local residents. Community EducationHundreds of young people and families visit the Grow Hartford farm each season to volunteer or participate in lessons about sustainable agriculture and leadership. |
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