Bill > SR116

This Resolution urges colleges and universities to organize and encourage "gleaning" activities, which involve collecting surplus food from sources like farms and markets that would otherwise go to waste, to be distributed to people in need. The resolution highlights the significant problem of food waste in the United States, with a large portion ending up in landfills while many households struggle with food insecurity, a situation also prevalent in New Jersey. By promoting gleaning as a form of community service, institutions of higher education can leverage their resources to combat food waste and hunger, providing students, faculty, and staff with opportunities to contribute to their local communities and help ensure access to fresh, nutritious food for those who need it.