Roots of Nourishment enhanced a community garden through the addition of raised garden beds and an irrigation system within the community greenhouse.
The improvements grow Roots of Nourishment’s capacity to provide fresh food and wellness programs, promoting sustainable food production and healthy living.
“I live in a food desert. There are many of us who do live in food deserts, so access to fresh produce is very important, said Sen. Linda Coleman-Madison.
Roots of Nourishment plans to plant its first harvest this month.
“We’re trying to use projects like this as a model,” Coleman-Madison continued. “This is something that can get started right now. ‘Cause you want to give people in the neighborhood hope.”
Cawaco RC&D is dedicated to investing in projects that strengthen communities across Central Alabama. By working with the Alabama Legislature, Cawaco RC&D continues to support projects that create long-term benefits for education, economic mobility, and community well-being.
“RC&D does a lot,” said Coleman-Madison. “Right now, what they do is becoming even more critical to spread projects like this in our community.”
