The NCC plants produce in downtown Ottawa for urban agriculture demonstration, but warns against consuming it due to potential contamination.

The National Capital Commission (NCC) has planted produce such as corn, beans, and squash in downtown Ottawa's Major's Hill Park, demonstrating urban agriculture to tackle food insecurity, but warns the public not to consume the fruits and vegetables due to potential contamination from historical soil and water sources. The NCC aims to explore the potential for food production on urban lands and opening more Greenbelt land to agriculture and community gardening. Critics argue that the message is contradictory and undermines the goal of addressing food insecurity. The NCC plans to replace metal barricades with smaller fences and add signs warning that the food may not be safe to eat.

August 03, 2024
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