Our organization's "yellow band" initiative is resuming once more
In an effort to combat food waste and preserve biodiversity, Regensburg County has launched the 'Yellow Ribbon' initiative. This annual programme, which has been in operation for several years, aims to prevent fruit from rotting in the fields by encouraging the public to pick and enjoy local produce.
The county's garden advisory service and the OGV county association have been instrumental in promoting the care and preservation of orchards. They provide advice and organise events to educate the public about the importance of these biotopes in the cultural landscape and their role in preserving biodiversity.
Some county municipalities also participate in this initiative, with over 700 fruit trees marked with yellow ribbons along public cycling and hiking trails or county roads. These trees are identified as available for free harvesting.
However, it's crucial to treat these trees with care during the picking process to ensure their preservation. Picking is at your own risk, and no liability is assumed for accidents. It's also important to note that the picked fruit can only be used privately and not commercially.
A yellow ribbon or ring on the trunk signals that the tree may be harvested for free and without asking the owner. However, specific rules for picking the fruit were not detailed in the provided information.
To find the exact locations, number of trees, and types of fruit to be harvested, visit the homepage of Regensburg County at https://www.landkreis-regensburg.de/buergerservice/natur-umwelt/gartenkultur-landespflege/?aktion-gelbes-band-naschbaeume-im-landkreis&orga=163085.
Enjoying local fruit offers a regional taste variety not typically found in supermarkets. While very few of these trees are harvested, the initiative encourages a sense of community and connection to the local environment.
The County-Municipalities participating in the 'Yellow Ribbon' initiative for free fruit harvesting along public bike and hiking trails are not publicly specified. Nonetheless, this initiative is a testament to Regensburg County's commitment to sustainability and community engagement.
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