Community Resilience and Food Production Innovations

This chapter explores the inception of Lobelia Commons and the New Orleans Mutual Aid Group during the pandemic, focusing on initiatives that address food insecurity and foster community support. Discussions highlight decentralized food production models like free plant stands and share methods for sustainable practices, including mushroom cultivation. The chapter also examines the impacts of climate change, particularly after Hurricane Ida, revealing how societal structures affect community resilience and responses to disasters.