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WELCOME TO FOOD THOUGHTS

A place for those dedicated to and interested in, solving the Food Insecurity Needs of Bruce Grey.  Food Insecurity is a symptom of poverty and the lack of affordable (geared to income) and safe housing.

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"Pop-Up" Fresh Produce Market

With limited hours many food banks struggle with how to provide Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, a "pop-up" market might just be the answer..

Lessons about Grant Rejections

Before writing any grant applications, take some time and watch this video.

GROWING YOUR OWN FOOD

A great article on gardening from the Owen Sound Hub

FOODS YOU DON'T HAVE TO REFRIGERATE

Foods that are good for community gardens to grow and that are good for food banks because they do not require refrigeration.

WANT TO MAKE FUNDRAISING EASIER?

LEARN ABOUT CANADA HELPS. This organization makes fund raising easier for donors and for the charitable organization. Check it out.

6 Proven Strategies to Boost Garden Harvests

Increase your garden's output with this easy tips and enjoy fresh food all through the growing season, not just in the fall

PRESENTATION TO CENTENNIAL COLLEGE

This presentation was for the International Development Week conference at Centennial College.

URBAN GARDENING/SMALL SPACE GARDENING

Simona is our expert on all things gardening, second harvesting, and is already working with many of our partners.

Creative Canadians in solving Food Waste Issues

In Canada 58% of our food ends up in the landfill site, these are some of the people and ways that that number is being reduce.

SAVING SEEDS

Saving seeds is a key component of building sustainable community gardens.

Negotiation Tips for Introverts

Asking for discounts is not something most of us are used to doing. Here are some tips that will help.

Vermicomposting

Vermicomposting should be a key part of any community garden. Simona Freigburgova suggested this video and it is well worth the few minutes

Saving Seeds - An in-depth look

If you have never considered Saving Seeds before, you might after investing 30 minutes of your time watching this excellent video.

A small note on the Canadian Food Guide

In 2019 this important guide was revised, here is a short review of the changes.

WINTER COMPOSTING

Composting is not just for the warm months, this short video unlocks the secrets to WINTER COMPOSTING.

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380 9th Street East, Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada

519-376-1560

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