Sign at a Des Moines Community Garden (IMAGE) Iowa State University Caption The Sustainable Cities Research Team will analyze a range of ways more food could be produced in and around Des Moines to reduce waste and improve nutrition and food security. Some methods the team will consider include community gardens and increased fruit and vegetable production in surrounding rural areas. Credit Jan Thompson Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.