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America's Heartland
1809
Season 18
Episode 1809
An urban farm provides free food to families in need. Our health expert explains how to get the most nutrition out of leafy greens like kale and collards. Learn how to make a homemade pizza with broccoli rabe, leeks and potatoes. Visit a farm that’s part of an innovative program called Food is Medicine. Meet a farmer growing alfalfa for feed lots.
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