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Orlando expands urban farms, youth hydroponics and garden programs to boost local food access
Summary
City staff described two urban farms, a hydroponic shipping‑container program, youth entrepreneurship tied to produce sales, neighborhood garden education and city apiaries supporting Black Bee Honey and pollinator education.
City sustainability staff told the Orlando City Council on April 21 that the city runs two urban farms, a hydroponic shipping‑container project and multiple neighborhood garden and youth education programs that supply fresh produce to residents and community partners.
Alyssa Masaccio, a resilience team staff member, described the McQuigg Community Garden and South Street Urban Farm and said both spaces aim to provide "access to fresh local produce for our community members and residents." The McQuigg site includes more than 40 raised beds available at no cost to residents, a hydroponic shipping container and an apiary; South Street hosts a market garden, orchard and…
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