Fresh Produce Comes To Harlem

The New York City Coalition Against Hunger unveiled this afternoon a new three-year program that will connect low-income residents of West Harlem with regional farmers through cooperative buying groups, farmers' markets and developing new ways to use the federal food stamp program, all to bring more farm fresh edibles to the neighborhood.

By promoting fresh fruits and veggies in poorer neighborhoods, organizers hope to fight hunger and obesity at the same time. Public Advocate Betsy Gotbaum (pictured) was one of the elected officials on hand to launch the project.

"When it comes to fighting obesity, it's all about access to the right food at the right price," said Gotbaum.