The Comeback of Local Farming in New Orleans: Growing Food, Health, and Hope

April 19, 2025

In 2020, Big Easy Magazine reported that one in three children in New Orleans were expected to experience food insecurity. The COVID-19 pandemic had devastated the economy, shuttered businesses, and pushed more families to rely on food banks and school meal programs just to get by. That moment revealed how fragile the city’s food access […]


Urban Gardening in New Orleans: Cultivating Green Spaces in the Crescent City

April 8, 2025

New Orleans is known for its rich culture and dynamic neighborhoods—and now, more residents are turning empty lots, backyards, and balconies into flourishing gardens. This shift is adding fresh produce to local tables, creating greener blocks, and building stronger community connections. Embracing Urban Gardening in New Orleans The city’s unique climate and soil conditions provide […]


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