Summary
A German farm had an unusually large potato harvest and is giving away millions of potatoes for free. This effort, called "the great potato rescue," aims to prevent waste and distribute surplus potatoes to people in Berlin, including food banks and schools. Some local farmers criticize this distribution, saying it affects the market.
Key Facts
- A farm in Saxony, Germany, had a surplus of potatoes due to a bumper harvest.
- Around 4 million kilograms of potatoes are being given away to avoid waste.
- Food banks, schools, and churches in Berlin are receiving the free potatoes.
- The effort is called "the great potato rescue" and started in mid-January.
- The Berlin newspaper teams up with Ecosia to organize and support the distribution.
- Some local farmers express concern, calling the free giveaway a "disgusting PR stunt."
- Germany is the leading producer of potatoes in the European Union.
- Distribution may slow down as funding for the initiative is running low.
