HARRISBURG – The co-chairs of the Legislative Hunger Caucus, Republican Sen. Elder Vogel and Democrat Rep. Emily Kinkead joined with community leaders at the Capitol Hunger Garden to highlight how the Harrisburg community benefits from the produce grown there. Established in 2008, the Hunger Caucus seeks to raise awareness for hunger and food insecurity. The most visible of the caucus’s initiatives is the Capitol Hunger Garden, which is a joint effort of the Pennsylvania General Assembly. Vogel said as a farmer, he understands what it means to share the bounty and the Hunger Garden has proven to be a shining example of how healthy food options can be shared among the community. Last year’s Hunger Garden bounty yielded a total of over 727 pounds of produce which consisted of many different vegetables and herbs. The PA Department of General Services, Penn State Master Gardeners, PA Vegetable Growers Association, and volunteers help make the garden a reality each season.
