2020: A year of Relief, Recovery, and Resilience
When food insecurity intensifies, local markets shift and shudder, online learning becomes the new way to connect, and home gardens spread like seeds in the wind – we all remember why local food community matters. The global food system staggered and revealed its weakness. But local producers, community organizers, and countless creative partnerships kept people fed, farmers growing, home gardens thriving, and minds both young and wise inspired and engaged. While this year was a devastating one and continues to take a toll on individuals and local businesses, there have been many silver linings and blessings amidst the frustrations and uncertainty. We are reminded of the teachings of our most humble and critical partners, our seeds…