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Cultivating community-led wasted food solutions - a program of URI Cooperative Extension

10/05/2026

"I wanted to share what I did with the Maitake mushroom I picked up at the ( world) farmers market last week. These are photos of the mushroom ravioli I made. I had so much left that I plan to dehydrate the rest and use it over the winter.

I have been driving my husband crazy over all the amazing fresh produce that was at the market...produce I have never seen in stores here. I can't wait to take him there so he can see it for himself! Thank you so much for the opportunity for me to learn more about their mission and find some incredible food too!" - Heather, Food Recovery for RI Class of 2026.

Last week, we toured the very inspiring Sankofa Initiative in Providence! This is a full-circle, hyper-local food system where local residents, many of whom are refugees from around the world, have the opportunity to grow and sell the foods that remind them of home. There's a garden, greenhouses, commercial kitchen business incubator, farmers market and more! Food sovereignty.

We encourage you to visit the World Farmers Market! It runs 2- 6 p.m. outdoors at the Knight Memorial Library on Wednesdays through the end of October.

West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation

09/22/2026

As summer turns to fall, we’re looking back on an incredible season with newportFILM.

Serving as the official Green Team partner, we worked alongside Eva Touhey of WasteNaut Consulting to achieve an 84% diversion rate, diverting more than 1,100 pounds of waste from the landfill through composting and recycling. ♻️ 🌱

Beyond the numbers, this partnership gave us the chance to connect with community members, welcome incoming participants, and share the importance of reducing wasted food.

We’re grateful to have helped make a series of outstanding original films more sustainable while building knowledge, action, and community along the way. 💚🎬

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09/14/2026

Hope’s Harvest, a program of Farm Fresh RI, is running an amazing farmers market recovery program at three markets in Providence. There is often leftover produce and herbs that farmers prefer to donate once the market closes.

Volunteers (including FRRI alumni) collect donations from participating farmers and bring it back to Farm Fresh RI to be distributed to local food pantries and hunger relief agencies across the state. Thousands of pounds of food were saved and enjoyed by Rhode Islanders who needed it most last year! It’s a simple but powerful, win-win solution for all.

Pictured: Breanne Penkala, Hope’s Harvest Operations Manager and FRRI class of ‘24, teaching a group of volunteers about gleaning at the farmers market.

09/08/2026

🥒🫐 Pickling is one of the oldest forms of food preservation, and we had a blast learning how to make quick refrigerator pickles at Urban Greens in Providence!

A big thank you to Urban Greens General Manager Jenny Wilson and Nancy Moloney, a graduate of our Food Recovery Course, for leading the workshop. We pickled cucumbers, red onions, tomatoes, and blueberries using unique recipes that we'll be able to enjoy for weeks to come. 🫙💚

08/23/2026

gEggplant is a delicious and versatile summer vegetable, and proper storage can help it stay fresh while reducing food waste.

Storage tips:
🍆 Eggplant stays fresh for up to 1 week. Store it loose in a cool place, as refrigeration can lead to browning and off-flavors, affecting its texture and taste.

If you're cooking with an older eggplant, salt the flesh before cooking to help draw out excess moisture and reduce bitterness. Simply, let it sit for about 30 minutes, then rinse and pat dry before using.

Making the most of your produce helps reduce food waste, save money, and keep more nutritious food on your plate instead of in the landfill.

For more food storage info, go to: savethefood.com/storage

08/19/2026

Let’s bring curbside composting to our towns across Rhode Island! Curbside composting is a great option for those who prefer not to build their own pile at home. It turns waste into a soil amendment for growing food and prolongs the life of the central landfill.

Fewer food scraps in the landfill = less cost for taxpayers in the future, fewer greenhouse gas emissions and a more sustainable food system.

Curbside composting is a great way to do your part for the environment at home!

Thanks to groups like 11th Hour Racing, Eastern RI Conservation District, Lincoln Conservation Commission, Harvest Cycle Compost, and Black Earth Compost, compost pickup in Rhode Island is getting easier than ever!

Newport residents: Sign up for free curbside composting for 2 years! blackearthcompost.com/newport
Bristol residents: Sign up for discounted curbside composting blackearthcompost.com/bristol
Barrington residents: Sign up for discounted curbside composting blackearthcompost.com/bristol
Lincoln residents: Pre-register through the residential section of Black Earth Compost’s website, https://www.blackearthcompost.com/home-pickup, by entering your ZIP code. Questions can be sent to the Conservation Commission at [email protected].
Providence residents: See the range of options available to you @ providenceri.gov/sustainability/compost

08/17/2026

Things we find kinda chic ✨.
Love your food and ditch the waste

08/16/2026

Corn can stay fresh for a long time. Did you know that? 🌽

Nothing says summer like fresh corn on the cob! With the right storage, you can enjoy sweet, crisp corn while helping reduce food waste.

Storage tips:
Fresh corn stays at its best for 2–3 days with the husk on and 1–2 days once husked.

Keep corn in its husks and store it in the warmer section of your refrigerator. If the corn has already been husked, wrap the ears in damp cloths and place them in an airtight container to help retain moisture.

If the husks are dry, browned, or slightly slimy, and you’re thinking the corn has gone bad, you may be mistaken. The corn inside may still be perfectly good. By peeling back the husk, check the kernels before deciding to toss them. You could be saving perfectly edible corn from going to waste!

Changes in how you store and use your produce can help reduce food waste, save money, and keep nutritious food on your plate instead of in the landfill.

For more food storage info go to: savethefood.com/storage

08/09/2026

Grapes are yummy for an afternoon summer snack, and any fruit craving. With the right storage, you can keep them fresh longer and help reduce food waste.

Storage tips:
Grapes are good to eat for up to 2 weeks. Keep unwashed bunches in a paper or breathable bag on a shelf in your refrigerator.

Don’t discard a whole bushel of grapes if only a few are moldy. If you see some mold, throw away the bad ones, and the ones that aren’t moldy are perfectly edible.

Making the most of your produce helps reduce food waste, save money, and keep more nutritious food on your plate instead of in the landfill.

For more food storage info, go to: savethefood.com/storage

08/07/2026

Our course applications are closing in 2 days! Have you applied to help change the world with us?

Our course = online learning + hands-on field sessions, designed for everyone from working professionals to retirees. You'll choose between evening, weekend and daytime options for your field sessions. Our program aims to connect participants with local organizations to rescue surplus food, help others stretch their food, and create more compost.

You’ll gain skills in harvesting, saving $ at the grocery store, food rescue, food storage, canning, pickling, dehydrating, freezing, composting, community engagement, and networking opportunities with professionals from various food system sectors.

Want to make a positive impact on the local food system, learn, and build relationships? Click on the application link in our bio to sign up for our Fall URI Food Recovery Course! Applications are open until August 9, 2026. Scholarships available. 🔗 in bio!

Join our community! Open to all Rhode Islanders 18+. Also open to nearby residents willing to volunteer here!

We are a program of translating research-based solutions into practical knowledge.

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3 E Alumni Ave
Kingston, RI
02881

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https://web.uri.edu/coopext/foodrecovery/

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