(At 3:11 of the video above: “Bringing vegetable gardens in – the compost from the cafeterias will be used to fertilize, to grow vegetables, that can then be sold back at a local farmer’s market.)

From the USDA Press Release
February 12, 2009

This garden will add 612 square feet of planted space to an existing garden traditionally planted to ornamentals, bringing the total size to more than 2,500 square feet.

“The People’s Garden” represents forward-thinking ideas and actions.

• We’ll grow a large assortment of fruits and vegetables, symbolizing USDA’s commitment to promote healthful diets and fight childhood obesity.

• We’ll demonstrate for landowners the kind of conservation practices our farmers use each and every day.

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