According to Murphy, growing extra food to share for local food pantries is an alternative that could reduce food waste and alleviate food insecurity. She grew up gardening with her family ...

Local food security concerns are also somewhat alleviated ... time business venture and you enjoy working with your hands and growing, then market farming may be your ticket.

"If we can grow to 70 — which we may very well grow ... all of which can increase local food security. She hopes more residents get involved next season, to get even more food into kitchens ...