Group's mission to appreciate every piece of food
Summary
Food in Community is a group in Devon that collects extra or unwanted crops from local farmers to reduce food waste. They pack the food into boxes and deliver them for free to people in need, with leftovers given to food banks and community projects. The group wants to expand by working with more farmers, volunteers, and partners.Key Facts
- Food in Community has been rescuing surplus food from local farmers for 14 years.
- The group mainly operates in Devon but also supports Cornwall.
- Boxes of food are delivered free to people who have been referred because they are in need.
- Leftover produce goes to food banks, community fridges, lunch clubs, and youth groups.
- Research shows about 2.9 million tonnes of edible food is wasted on UK farms each year.
- The group values the resources used to grow food, such as farmers’ effort and water.
- Farmer Lloyd Stone donates surplus courgettes that are too large for sale but still edible.
- Youth groups use the donated food to help young people cook and eat together.
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