VOICED: New Orleans neighborhood heals from Katrina through gardening

The video explores Andrea Moore's first experience with urban gardening in New Orleans' Holy Grove neighborhood, a known food desert. It highlights the challenges residents face in accessing fresh food and the role of the Holly Grove market in providing fresh produce and community support. The market adapts to local needs by accepting food stamps and hosting educational sessions. Personal stories illustrate the community's struggles and the positive impact of gardening and community gatherings.

What is significant about Andrea Moore's experience in the urban garden?

• She is a professional gardener.

• It's her first time growing her own food.

• She is teaching others how to garden.

• She owns the urban garden.

What was Holy Grove known for even before Hurricane Katrina?

• A bustling food market.

• A food desert with limited healthy options.

• A hub for fast food chains.

• A center for community gatherings.

What criticism does the Holy Grove market face?

• It does not accept food stamps.

• It only sells fast food.

• It is too far from the city center.

• Its prices attract wealthier shoppers.

How is the market adapting to meet local needs?

• By reducing prices.

• By accepting food stamps.

• By expanding its size.

• By opening more days a week.

What surprising fact was discovered about children's knowledge of food?

• They knew all about gardening.

• They could identify all vegetables.

• They didn't know eggs came from chickens.

• They were familiar with all fast food items.