In January 2015, Dig Local, Inc., and Beaches Local Food Network partnered to provide access to sustainably grown and local food, resulting in multiple community gardens, farmers markets and education programs for children and adults. At Dig Local Network, they believe that there are sustainable routes to a future where everyone can eat better.

Approximately one-third of household waste is made up of organic materials that can be composted. There are composting options in Jacksonville that are clean, easy to manage and reduce the amount of trash and greenhouse gas emissions.