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USA: University of Wisconsin, Stevens-Point at Marshfield and Marshfield Clinic Partner to Grow Local Produce Year-Round
A new partnership aims to bring fresh, local produce to those in need in central Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin PureGrow Project: A Sustainable Growth Initiative was launched at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Marshfield, according to a community announcement. The collaboration involves the university, Marshfield Clinic region of Sanford Health and Fork Farms.
Container Farms for Healthcare: How FarmBox Foods Supports Patient Nutrition and Community Health
FarmBox Foods partners with healthcare systems to deploy container farms for onsite food production.
Hospitals use fresh produce for patient meals, wellness programs, and community outreach.
The systems are designed for non-farmers, with training and long-term operational support.
Benefits include improved nutritional outcomes, predictable food budgets, and reduced reliance on external suppliers.
FarmBox Foods is contributing to ESG goals and the growing “food as medicine” movement.

