Presenter
Kheara Zito
Document Type
Poster
Publication Date
2026
Abstract
The Metcalf-Franklin Historic Community Garden is a volunteer driven farm in Cumberland, RI that grows fresh produce throughout the late spring and summer months. 100% of the food grown at the community garden is donated to the Rhode Island Food Bank and various different soup kitchens throughout the County. The intervention is to implement a greenhouse growing system to help lengthen the growing season throughout the winter months. This intervention can help aid in providing food insecure individuals with more fresh produce and nutrients throughout the entire year.
Faculty Mentor
Nader Hamdi Ph.D., RDN, LDN
Academic Discipline
College of Health & Wellness
Repository Citation
Zito, Kheara, "Implementation of a Greenhouse Growing Method" (2026). Student Research Design & Innovation Symposium. 318.
https://scholarsarchive.jwu.edu/innov_symposium/318
