Historical Importance of Community Gardens in Times of Crisis

This chapter explores how community gardens have played a crucial role in providing food security during historical periods like World War I, the Great Depression, and World War II. It discusses the establishment and maintenance of these gardens by various communities, including black individuals and families, as a means of sustenance due to government neglect. The conversation also touches on sustainable food production, critiquing notions of self-sufficiency and delving into the challenges of meat consumption versus veganism in the context of food choices.