You’ve likely seen them. The colourful, cheery hack videos showing how you can sprout, regrow or collect seeds from grocery store produce. It seems like an “Aha!” moment for many parents looking to get their kids into gardening while saving some money. Here is why I recommend you avoid this trend.

Local governments have a lot to learn when it comes to the viability of foraging and it’s ability to assist in resolving food deserts. Residents stripping our natural areas without addressing the larger issues is not the solution though.