CREDITON Community Larder is due to launch at Crediton Library on Monday, March 14, at 12 noon.

The Community Larder Planning Group has worked closely in partnership with Sue Lee, supervisor of Crediton Library, to sort out legal frameworks and hygiene requirements, liaise with suppliers, and establish a group of willing volunteers to collect surplus food from shops that would otherwise be wasted.

The Community Larder will be offering supplies of surplus fruit, vegetables and baked goods for free to all during normal library opening hours.  Supplies will be collected once or twice a week from a number of generous retailers, initially from Tesco Metro, Four Seasons, Stevie B’s Bakery and The Green House.

A second distribution point further up the town with evening opening hours is envisioned in the near future.

Globally, it is estimated that a third of all food is wasted, accounting for eight to 10 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions.

We can all play a role in reducing food waste and supporting the community larder is one way to do this.

Individuals can also donate surplus unwanted food to the larder such as unopened packets or gluts of vegetables from allotment holders.

So go along to the launch or check what is on offer at the Community Larder soon!

If you can help as a volunteer please email: [email protected] or telephone/text Alison on 07734 154607.