COURTLAND, Va. (WAVY) – The Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore has entered into a unique partnership with a farm in Courtland, with a goal of increasing the availability of fresh produce to community members who rely on their services.
The “Farm to Foodbank” project involves Izzie’s Field, located at 30010 Camp Pkwy. in Courtland.
Farmer Elisha Barnes tends the 20-acre farm, dedicating half to crops selected by the Foodbank.
This year, they grew corn.
They rely on volunteers for harvesting the crops that will be distributed to local programs.
Harvesting is happening this week. They reached out to 10 On Your Side Tuesday to say they could use more help. They also provided several photos showing volunteers in action.
Click here to be a part of this year’s volunteer squad at Izzie’s Field.
Volunteers must be at least 12 years old and children must be accompanied by an adult and be able to lift heavy items. Volunteers will park at The Hubs Vine, located at 1459 Armory Drive in Franklin, and will be shuttled to Izzie’s Field.
According to the calendar, they will be back out harvesting from 6:30 a.m. until 9 a.m. on July 9 and July 10.
For more information call 757-627-6599.
