Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine Cultivates Urban Farming to Combat Food Deserts

Vacant lots in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood are sprouting into productive gardens as part of a new urban farming initiative, according to Cincinnati news outlet WCPO. Spearheaded by local nonprofit "Growing Opportunities," the project aims to tackle food access challenges and boost community engagement by providing fresh produce and educational opportunities to residents. The initiative emphasizes sustainable farming practices, WCPO reports, including composting, rainwater harvesting