EP14 How we are tackling food insecurity together with Springs Food Pantry

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Amber Waves Farmcast: Growing Better Every Day Through Food, Farming and Community

Amber Waves Farm

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6 days ago

What if farming wasn't just about growing food, but growing community? Join Katie Baldwin and Amanda Merrow co-founders of Amber Waves Farm as they explore the frontier of community farming through weekly conversations with chefs, policy experts, fellow farmers, and curious community members. Whether you're a food enthusiast or aspiring farmer, tune in every Friday for insights that help people, communities and our planet grow better everyday.

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EP14 How we are tackling food insecurity together with Springs Food Pantry

Amber Waves Farmcast: Growing Better Every Day Through Food, Farming and Community

46 minutes 12 seconds

6 days ago

EP14 How we are tackling food insecurity together with Springs Food Pantry

In this episode of the Amber Waves Farm Cast, we sit down with Holly Reichart Wheaton from the Springs Food Pantry and Jess Tonn to discuss the collaborative efforts between the farm and the food pantry to provide fresh, nutritious produce to families in need on the East End of Long Island. Covering everything from the origins of the Springs Food Pantry to the logistical challenges faced by both the farm and the pantry, this episode sheds light on the pressing issues of food insecurity in a predominantly wealthy community. They also delve into the impact of recent federal grant cuts and how the community can rally together to support these crucial programs. Learn more about the extraordinary lengths both organizations go to in order to ensure no one in their community goes hungry, especially as they prepare for increased demand during the winter months.00:00 Introduction to the Family Model and Financial Struggles00:31 Welcome to Amber Waves Farm Cast00:44 Meet the Guests: Jess Tan and Holly Reihart Wheaton01:27 Federal Grant Cuts and Their Impact02:19 Understanding SNAP Benefits and Local Needs03:12 Holly's Journey with the Springs Food Pantry04:39 Jess's Path to Becoming a Farmer06:38 Changes and Challenges at the Springs Food Pantry07:15 Jess's Responsibilities at Amber Waves09:05 Farm to Food Pantry Program11:41 Effective Models and Community Needs15:56 The Importance of Fresh Produce20:06 Addressing Misconceptions About Food Insecurity24:05 Seasonal Economic Challenges24:49 Anticipating Increased Demand26:03 Financial Needs of the Food Pantry26:25 The Complex Economy of Food Distribution31:15 Soup Program Initiative35:43 Logistics of Food Storage and Distribution37:02 The Human Element and Call to Action44:06 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude