### Question
How is the "gleaner" defined?


### Answer
The term **gleaner** is defined in *7 U.S.C. § 2034* as follows -

> an entity that—


(A) collects edible, surplus food that would be thrown away and distributes the food to agencies or nonprofit organizations that feed the hungry

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 2034*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 51-SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM**

