This update was cross-posted on ChicagoREgen
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- The Chicago Department of Environment announced the 2011 Chicago Sustainable Backyard Program to promote the many ways Chicago residents can create more environmentally-friendly landscapes in their yards. For more info about meetings and rebates on backyard purchases, click HERE.
- National Food Day is October 24. If you’re interested in planning a local event, go to www.foodday.org
- Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel met with grocery chains to resolve food deserts and plans to report progress to the White House. http://abclocal.go.com/wls/story?section=news/local&id=8192924
- FamilyFarmed.org is accepting applications for two internship positions to enhance its work supporting and growing local food systems. Applications will be reviewed as they’re received, so apply soon to employment@familyfarmed.org
- According to an article in the Chicago Tribune, the number of Chicagoans living in food deserts, has decreased by 39 percent in the last five years. HERE
