Hanover's fruit trees bloom again: Free harvest for everyone!

Hanover's fruit trees bloom again: Free harvest for everyone!

In the state capital Hanover, a remarkable sign was set to combat food waste. Around 200 urban fruit trees now adorn a striking yellow band that symbolizes that the fruits of these trees can be picked. This remarkable project is part of the "yellow band" initiative, which has been supported by the Center for Nutrition and Housekeeping in Lower Saxony (ten) since 2020. Through this measure, the city wants to draw attention to the problem of food waste and at the same time promote a connection to nature and its own environment.

A joint project for more awareness

The responsibility for the marking of the trees is located at the environment and city green department. The gardeners have identified various types of fruit such as apples, pears, plums, cherries and mirabelles and identified in parks such as the Willy Spahn Park in Ahlem as well as in the garden in Marienwerder and in the Hermann-Löns-Park in Kleefeld. This initiative gives the citizens the opportunity to actively contribute to reducing waste by being able to harvest the fruits directly on the doorstep

Sustainable enjoyment for everyone

It is important to emphasize that the harvest is limited to self -consumption. The city does not charge fees for the fruits, which makes the project particularly attractive. The exact locations of the marked fruit trees can be viewed on the website www.zehn-niedersachsen.de/gelbesband. For citizens, this not only means access to fresh, healthy food, but also the opportunity to actively participate in the community and to develop a feeling of responsibility for nature.

Caution when harvested

Hanover citizens are encouraged to take action when picking the fruits so as not to damage the trees. This is particularly important because the health of the tree ensures a sustainable harvest cycle. In autumn 2024, the tear -resistant paper bands will be removed, a measure that is also in connection with nature -friendly urban planning. In the long term, the city has the goal of sensitizing people to old fruit varieties and promoting biodiversity in urban space.

Overall, the "Yellow Band" project is a positive example of how cities can involve their citizens in active environmental protection. The encouragement of harvesting fruits from public trees not only reduces the waste, but also a feeling of community and responsibility. The city of Hanover thus shows how municipal initiatives can make a valuable contribution to a more sustainable society.

- Nag