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Forgotten Harvest's Fenton farm relies on volunteers to reach million-pound harvest goal
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jeffrey Lindblom , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· July 22, 2026
· 3 min read
Forgotten Harvest's farm in Fenton is working through the growing season with one major goal: harvesting more than 1 million pounds of food this year and volunteers are essential to making it happen. DONATE TO HELP FIGHT FOOD INSECURITY Assistant Farm Manager Lori Setera once came to the farm as ...
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Key takeaway Now she leads groups of volunteers sometimes as many as 30 at a time across the farm's 100 acres, changing harvesting tactics with each season.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The push to harvest over 1 million pounds of food at Forgotten Harvest's Fenton farm has significant implications for Detroit's food insecure population. With each pound of food equivalent to one person fed, the farm's goal could make a substantial difference in the lives of thousands of individuals. As the farm relies on volunteers to achieve this objective, the current low volunteer numbers pose a challenge. Detroiters who are able to lend a hand can play a crucial role in helping the farm reach its target, and in turn, support those in need across Michigan. The farm's location in Fenton, just outside of Detroit, also highlights the regional nature of food insecurity, emphasizing the need for a collective effort to address this issue. By supporting Forgotten Harvest's efforts, Detroiters can help bring fresh produce to distribution sites and make a tangible impact on the lives of their neighbors.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Forgotten Harvest's farm in Fenton is working through the growing season with one major goal: harvesting more than 1 million pounds of food this year and volunteers are essential to making it happen. DONATE TO HELP FIGHT FOOD INSECURITY Assistant Farm Manager Lori Setera once came to the farm as ...
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