Saline County Food Action Community Team

11/09/2026

Coming Together to Fight Hunger in Saline County

Food insecurity affects individuals and families in every community. Sometimes finding help starts with knowing where to look and who to ask.

This November, we're highlighting the upcoming Snap Back Against Hunger event and the importance of connecting our neighbors with food resources.

Whether you're looking for food assistance for yourself, helping a family member, or working with someone who needs support, local resources are available.

📍 Looking for food pantries, meal programs, food assistance, or other community resources?

Visit the Eat Well Saline County Food & More Resource Guide to explore what's available in our community:

https://eatwellsalinecounty.com/resources/

Together, we can make sure more people know where to turn when they need a little help.

11/03/2026

11/03/2026

Food Waste Tip: Don’t judge a fruit or vegetable by its shape!

Crooked carrots, lumpy potatoes, oddly shaped apples, and imperfect tomatoes can be just as delicious and nutritious as their picture-perfect neighbors.

When shopping:
🥕 Give imperfect produce a chance
🍎 Choose fruits and vegetables based on quality, not appearance
🥔 Use less-than-perfect produce in soups, sauces, smoothies and baked dishes

A funny-looking vegetable is still food.

Let's give the wonky ones a chance. 💚

10/26/2026

October is a great time to think about composting!

Fallen leaves, garden cleanup, and food scraps can be more than waste. Composting turns organic materials into something valuable: nutrient-rich soil that helps gardens and landscapes thrive.

Why does composting matter?
• Keeps organic waste out of landfills
• Helps build healthier soil
• Returns nutrients to the earth
• Supports a more sustainable local food system

Your October composting action: Instead of bagging up all your fallen leaves, save some to use as mulch around garden beds or add them to a backyard compost pile. Leaves are a valuable natural resource!

Small steps at home can still make a difference.

Let's turn more of what we throw away into something useful!

10/12/2026

Food Waste Tip

Packing lunches? Pack only what you know will be eaten.

A few easy ways to reduce lunch waste:

🥪 Start with portions you know your family will finish
🍎 Choose whole fruits instead of individually packaged snacks
🥕 Use reusable containers
💧 Bring a refillable water bottle
♻️ Save unopened or uneaten food when it can safely be eaten later

And remember: reducing food waste does not have to mean packing a perfect zero-waste lunch. Start with one change.

What is one thing you could swap in your lunch routine this month?

10/09/2026

The Welcome Table serves hot, nutritious lunches Monday through Friday from 11:30 until noon at Salina Grace , 315 S Broadway.

This is a mission of with assistance from Sunrise Presbyterian and First Presbyterian churches. These lunches are free and open to anyone.

Find more food resources online at https://eatwellsalinecounty.com/

09/22/2026

Handy food storage tips from K-State Extension - Central Kansas District.
Check it out!

Safe Food Storage: The Refrigerator and Freezer

09/22/2026

The Kansas Rural Center is proud to announce the 2027 Food and Farm Conference, focusing on vital topics across three tracks: Farm Transition, Regenerative Farming and Community Building. The day will start with Keynote speaker Candy Thomas, who will discuss the ever-evolving definition of "regenerative agriculture" and why soil health remains key.

This one-day conference will showcase business strategies to help ensure the legacy of local farms while exploring soil health and grazing practices. We will also highlight how nutritionally superior, local foods are making their way to schools, healthcare establishments, and our dining tables.

🌾 kansasruralcenter.org/foodandfarmconference

09/18/2026