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Jacksonville food insecurity organizations host event on urban farming, future of food in Duval County
Read full article: Jacksonville food insecurity organizations host event on urban farming, future of food in Duval CountyThe Duval Food Policy Council and Feeding Northeast Florida are hosting a free conference style event about the future of food in Duval County on Saturday until 6 p.m.
Jacksonville’s Northside faces food desert challenges, but hope emerges with new grocery store offering fresh options
Read full article: Jacksonville’s Northside faces food desert challenges, but hope emerges with new grocery store offering fresh optionsOften referred to as a food desert, Jacksonville’s Northside has long struggled with a lack of healthy food options. Residents have voiced their concerns about the scarcity of fresh, affordable food, and local leaders are working to address the issue.
Fighting food deserts: urban farming a solution for lack of fresh food
Read full article: Fighting food deserts: urban farming a solution for lack of fresh food12% of Americans don’t have enough access to fresh food, according to the USDA. The health impacts of eating processed junk food are too long to list.
Solutionaries: Helping fight the hunger
Read full article: Solutionaries: Helping fight the hungerThe latest episode of Solutionaries looks at answers for the baby formula shortage, food deserts, food swamps and breaking the cycle of poor nutrition and the health issues that come with unhealthy foods.