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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.

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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.

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