“Gleaning Cornwall Donates £1m of Fresh Produce to Food Banks Amid Rising Costs” — what this page in the network covers. Gleaning Cornwall has reached a major milestone, donating over £1 million worth of fresh produce to food banks across the region. The community group collects surplus crops from farms that would otherwise go to waste, helping to address food insecurity while reducing agricultural waste. The £1m figure reflects the retail value of fruit and vegetables rescued and redistributed since the project began.
The organisation warns that its future is uncertain as operating costs rise sharply. Fuel, vehicle maintenance, and volunteer coordination expenses have all increased, putting pressure on the group’s ability to continue its work. Without additional funding, Gleaning Cornwall may have to scale back operations, leaving more edible crops unharvested and more families without access to fresh food. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.