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CAN (AB): Greenhouse hands out free plants to support local food banks

Those looking to get a jump-start on their vegetable gardens will soon be able to pick up a free plant from a Calgary greenhouse.

The Highfield Farm says it has a number of vegetable plants grown especially for this season and they're all up for grabs on Thursday afternoon.

Staff say its part of the business' Plant, Grow, Share a Row initiative, which encourages local gardeners to donate a portion of their harvests to local food banks.

"Highfield Farm is all about food growing and sharing our love of agriculture and community," said Highfield's operations manager Heather Ramshaw in a statement.

Read more at calgary.ctvnews.ca

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