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C.J. Eisenbarth Hager Associate Director, Community Health Policy

C.J. Eisenbarth Hager Associate Director, Community Health Policy. What is a community garden?. Individual plots Organizing or management structure. Healthier Residents. Promotes physical activity Lowers BMI (Body Mass Index) Increases consumption of fruits and vegetables.

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C.J. Eisenbarth Hager Associate Director, Community Health Policy

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  1. C.J. Eisenbarth Hager Associate Director, Community Health Policy

  2. What is a community garden? • Individual plots • Organizing or management structure

  3. Healthier Residents • Promotes physical activity • Lowers BMI (Body Mass Index) • Increases consumption of fruits and vegetables

  4. Community Building • Increases social cohesion • Use of vacant or under-utilized properties • Crime prevention

  5. Sustainability • Shortens commodity chain • Increases air quality • Improves economic security

  6. Ron Finley, Guerilla Gardener http://www.ted.com/talks/ron_finley_a_guerilla_gardener_in_south_central_la#t-260747

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