Stories From The Field

Why Farm to School?

When youth know where their food comes from and where it grows they’re more likely to eat it.

Local growers of potatoes, greens and beef visit area schools to share a meal with students and share information on how their crops are grown.

One farmer visited at lunch when her spinach was being served said she got to see first hand how excited kids can get about vegetables when she told them she grew it for them. She said they begged for more and her favorite student quote was, “Give me spinach or give me death!”

Increased use of local foods in school meals and educational activities can also provide new markets for local growers, leading to job creation and economic growth.