WHAT
IS GLEANING?
Gleaning is the ancient practice of gathering food left
in the field after harvest.
PROGRAM MISSION: To
contribute to the development of a community food system, focusing on equitable
food distribution through gleaning, market retrievals, educational outreach and
promoting food self- reliance.
Fresh vegetables & fruit from local
farms nourish us all:
Small Potatoes Gleaning Project bridges the gap
between local surplus produce that would otherwise be wasted and those who are
hungry in Whatcom County. Thanks to the hard work and generosity of farmers and
volunteers, nearly 42 tons of nutritious produce was gleaned and delivered in
2006.
