Volunteer Gleaning Program
Surplus Produce in the Fields
After a commercial harvest, there is still an abundance of produce
left in the fields. This produce cannot be harvested commercially for a variety of reasons such as the market declining. However, this produce is still grocery store quality.
What is Gleaning?
Ag Against Hunger organizes a group of volunteers to harvest
(glean) what’s left in fields in the Tri-County area.
Our volunteers glean high-quality produce that would otherwise
be tilled back into the soil.
When Does Gleaning Occur?
April through November.
Download a schedule here.
Who Can Glean?
Volunteers are all ages, all sizes! Families, retirees and students
fulfilling community service hours can participate.
Children five and up are welcome if accompanied by an adult.
Why Glean?
Volunteers help feed low-income, hungry people.
While enjoying outdoor activity, volunteers will also gain hands-
on farming experience.
How Long Does it Take?
Volunteers generally commit three hours including transportation
to and from the field.
Volunteers meet at 9:00 am (except when otherwise noted) at a designated meeting spot, dependant on field location. From the cooler we caravan to the designated field.
What Do I Need to Bring?
Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes.
We recommend a hat, sunscreen and a bag to take home fresh-
picked produce. Buy an Ag Against Hunger hat, shirt or tote bag here.
No jewelry is allowed in the fields due to food safety regulations.
All gleaners must sign this waiver before participating in the glean; all gleaners 18 and younger must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian. |
