Community gardening is becoming a familiar sight. Some of the benefits of community gardening are aesthetic — utilizing an otherwise unused and unkempt space and beautifying it. Some are social endeavors that bring a community together with a common goal. And many community gardens are established in low-income neighborhoods on vacant land spaces where food deserts exist. The benefits of community gardens in low-income neighborhoods can be economic, as well as bringing much-needed fresh food to local residents. Read on to learn more about economic community garden benefits and why you may want to become involved. About Community Gardens Nearly 13% of U.S. residents are food insecure. Often food security affects people who are low-income, which means they not only do not have enough resources to purchase food, but places that sell fresh food may be miles away and difficult to get to (food deserts). Often the only options for […]
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