New produce donation program nets 500 pounds for those in need

This summer, the Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) partnered with The Farmers Bank in Noblesville and Sheridan for a new produce donation program. The Farmers Bank collected fresh produce from the community and donated it to local food pantries. By the time the program concluded at the end of September, almost 500 pounds of fresh produce had been collected and donated to food pantries.

“We truly appreciate the willingness of The Farmers Bank to partner with us on this program. Thanks to their support as well as the generosity of numerous donors, many food insecure families in Noblesville and Sheridan were able to enjoy healthy, fresh produce this summer,” said Andrew Fritz, SWCD Urban Agriculture Conservationist.