Food Waste & Recovery Discussion
LONG BEACH ORGANIC - ZAFERIA GARDEN
12pm-1pm, Saturday, April 6th
3709 E 10th St, Long Beach, CA 90804
12pm-1pm, Saturday, April 6th
3709 E 10th St, Long Beach, CA 90804
Join us at Long Beach Organic's Zaferia Garden, a stunning stretch of allotment gardens nestled on an old rail right-of-way, for a day filled with greenery, community, and learning. Amidst the festive atmosphere of our plant sale, discover a variety of cool plants for your garden, enjoy delicious bites from food trucks, and bask in the joy of local gardening.
The event will feature an informative presentation by the City of Long Beach Environmental Services Bureau, focusing on crucial topics such as food waste prevention, food donation opportunities within Long Beach, and the requirements of SB 1383 for food recovery. Following this, Food Finders will lead a discussion on the food recovery process and the significant impact of community food distribution efforts. Additionally, Long Beach Organic (LBO) will share insights into their practices for growing food specifically for distribution, offering a glimpse into the heart of local urban agriculture.
The event will feature an informative presentation by the City of Long Beach Environmental Services Bureau, focusing on crucial topics such as food waste prevention, food donation opportunities within Long Beach, and the requirements of SB 1383 for food recovery. Following this, Food Finders will lead a discussion on the food recovery process and the significant impact of community food distribution efforts. Additionally, Long Beach Organic (LBO) will share insights into their practices for growing food specifically for distribution, offering a glimpse into the heart of local urban agriculture.
