05/31/2026
This has been such a dreamy project to work on. As in, as we build up the map, we can dream of the community and abundance we want to see in the future and do something about it now to make it happen!
Did you know Newton has a growing network of free, locally available food sources? 🌳🍐
Through Falling Fruit and the Harvey County Foraging Passport brought about by the Harvey County Food & Farm Council, community members can discover fruit and nut trees throughout Newton and Harvey County, including spots like Washington Park and other public spaces. The project helps reduce food waste, connect people to local food, and celebrate the abundance already growing around us.
Through this initiative and partnership with the Harvey County Food & Farm Council, even more is on the way! The City plans to plant 25 red mulberry trees and 25 pawpaw trees along Sand Creek Trail and Centennial Park in spring 2027, helping expand Newton’s edible landscape for years to come.
Want to explore? Visit FallingFruit.org to find mapped edible plants, add your own trees or bushes, and learn more about local foraging opportunities. Foraging Passports are also available at City Hall as well as at Peace Connections, 209 S. Pine St. in Newton.
If you harvest, remember:
• Only pick what you can confidently identify
• Follow the “20% rule” to help keep it sustainable for everyone 🌱
