FAMU Hosts Fifth Annual Harvest Fest
Florida A&M University's fifth annual Harvest Fest in South Tallahassee encouraged residents to grow food in their own backyards.
Updated on Nov. 8, 2026 in Food and Drink
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Florida A&M University held its fifth annual Harvest Fest on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in South Tallahassee. Organizers encouraged residents to learn to grow food in their own backyards.
Why it matters
Growing food can increase access to fresh produce in neighborhoods where grocery stores are not easily accessible. Organizers presented home gardening as a way for residents to reduce grocery costs.
The festival is the fifth annual Harvest Fest hosted by Florida A&M University, but no attendance or participation figures were reported. Neither attendance nor the number of participants at the festival has been disclosed.
The players
Florida A&M University
A historically Black public university in Tallahassee that hosts the Harvest Fest and runs a Cooperative Extension Program and a community garden.
The details
The festival featured farm tours, cooking demonstrations, and gardening activities. Organizers also showed attendees how to prepare and preserve harvested food so it lasts longer.
Timeline
Saturday, November 7, 2026: FAMU Harvest Fest held in South Tallahassee.
Seasonal Patterns
The festival is tied to the Cooperative Extension Program's community gardening outreach, which provides information on local gardening opportunities. The event follows that program's model of bringing gardening and food preservation instruction directly to Tallahassee residents.
Residents interested in community gardening can get involved through FAMU's community garden. Information on community gardening opportunities is available through FAMU's Cooperative Extension Program.
The takeaway
Growing your own food can cost less than buying produce from a grocery store, and home gardening can help residents who live far from nearby grocery stores. Residents can start with a simple pack of seeds.
Further reading
Explore more Food and Drink coverage for Tallahassee readers interested in growing and preserving local food.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WTXL ABC 27 Tallahassee News.
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