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fromsilive
3 weeks ago

Fresh produce program in Staten Island food desert at risk due to federal funding cuts

"The North Shore of Staten Island is a food desert. There are not a lot of places that have fresh, local vegetables and produce and people were looking for something healthier," said Ilene Pappert, director of the Goodhue Community Center in New Brighton where the distributions take place. "It has become such a community. People are sharing recipes, people are excited about trying new things. And they feel like they were getting their money's worth."
Food & drink
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Kroger is closing 60 stores: See the list of locations that are reportedly shuttering in 2025 so far

Kroger plans to close approximately 60 stores over the next 18 months for a modest financial benefit.
The closures follow the unsuccessful merger with Albertsons and may worsen food deserts in affected communities.
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NYC parents
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Students testify at City Hall to obtain funding for their farm markets and healthy cafes

Students in Brooklyn advocate for funding to combat food deserts by promoting fresh produce and nutrition education through community-driven initiatives.
NYC parents
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Students testify at City Hall to obtain funding for their farm markets and healthy cafes

Students from five Brooklyn schools advocated for funding to address food deserts.
City regulations hinder low-income communities from accessing fresh produce.
NYC parents
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Students testify at City Hall to obtain funding for their farm markets and healthy cafes

Students in Brooklyn advocate for funding to combat food deserts by promoting fresh produce and nutrition education through community-driven initiatives.
NYC parents
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Students testify at City Hall to obtain funding for their farm markets and healthy cafes

Students from five Brooklyn schools advocated for funding to address food deserts.
City regulations hinder low-income communities from accessing fresh produce.
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fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

What's cooking in that one pot? For these Miami moms, it's a new food world

"What we're trying to do is get people to love this food, show them how to make it so they eat it for the long run," said longevity expert Dan Buettner.
Everyday cooking
fromFast Company
8 months ago

If it's really about the economy, can Dollar General fulfill its 'food first' mission?

Dollar General is addressing food insecurity by expanding access to affordable, nutritious food in under-resourced communities.
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