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Okanagan group calling on farms, orchards to eliminate food waste

Food-It-Forward is collecting end-of-season produce
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(SUSAN QUINN/ Alberni Valley News)

As harvest comes to a close Food-It-Forward Okanagan is asking local farms and orchards to be mindful of food waste.

The organization is looking for donations of end-of-season produce to help feed families in need.

In a note to Capital News, Food-It-Forward wrote, 91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵœWe believe that by coming together, we can address food waste issues and improve the well-being of our community.91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ

The group will take all fruits and vegetables that are safe for consumption but may not meet commercial standards.

For more information or to make a donation contact fooditforwardokanagan@gmail.com.

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