Many folks lack access to land (in apartments) or a host of other means necessary to grow vegetables (and it’s harder also to grow them year round).
Think, CSAs for fresh vegetables - be sure to shop around as prices vary greatly. Homesteaders can or freeze fresh produce. They also they to move to grains and root crops like potatoes, rutabagas, carrots and parsnips in the winter.
Most GMO crops are created so they can be sprayed with glyphosate which is harmful to your gut bacteria. Non GMO crops like potatoes and wheat are may also be sprayed with glyphosate.
In most cases just the noise from a gun will be enough but a rabid raccoon might need dispatched. Also, some of are too old,or fat, to run from an animal.
The Nobel committee announce that the "Peace Prize" cannot be transferred or shared.