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Collin Eaton (left) and Evan Allberry examine lettuce plants for insects at the Husker Produce Farm on East Campus. The first-year project produced nearly 7.5 tons of fruits, vegetables and herbs. The produce went to campus dining halls, the Food Bank of Lincoln and Food Fort, a Lincoln nonprofit that distributes food through community programs.

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Collin Eaton (left) and Evan Allberry examine lettuce plants for insects at the Husker Produce Farm on East Campus. The first-year project produced nearly 7.5 tons of fruits, vegetables and herbs. The produce went to campus dining halls, the Food Bank of Lincoln and Food Fort, a Lincoln nonprofit that distributes food through community programs.

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