A National City nonprofit will temporarily manage the Tijuana River Community Garden, San Diego County said Friday.

From a pool of three applicants, the county said it selected Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center to operate the 17-acre, county-owned property for up to one year. The move prevents gardeners, many of whom have subleased plots there for years, from having to leave.

In a statement Friday, the nonprofit's Executive Director Jen Nation said the organization was “honored.”

“This partnership reflects our shared commitment to cultivating community, celebrating culture, and expanding equitable access to fresh, healthy food,” she added. “And, ensures the community of gardeners who have been cultivating the land for years can continue to operate their gardens and build on their pa

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