Rhein-Sieg-Kreis Launches 'Yellow Ribbon' Initiative for Public Fruit Picking
The district of Rhein-Sieg-Kreis has launched an innovative initiative, the Yellow Ribbon, allowing residents to pick fruits from designated trees along public paths and roads. This collaborative effort involves the local organization, horticultural association, and the county's horticultural advisory service.
The initiative aims to prevent fruits from going to waste. Each year, a significant amount of produce rots due to lack of harvesting. Over 700 trees in the district are marked with a yellow band or ring, indicating they are available for public picking. Participants are encouraged to pick without asking, helping to reduce waste.
To ensure the trees and their surroundings remain undamaged, careful handling is crucial. The county's website provides exact locations and details of the pick-your-own trees. While picking is at your own risk, the fruits may only be used privately, not commercially.
The Yellow Ribbon Initiative is a step towards sustainable and responsible fruit harvesting. By marking trees for public picking, the initiative encourages community involvement while preventing waste. The county's horticultural advisory service and local horticultural association continue to promote the care and preservation of these orchards.
