CNP CACFP Farm Fresh Introduction (2.21.2018)

      


Farm to school programs have been gaining  steam, thanks to increased support and technical assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the National Farm to School Network,  and other advocates. Through farm to school, both local farmers and communities can reap rewards, while playing critical roles in positively shaping children’s physical and mental health. Furthermore, because meals and snacks served through the child nutrition programs are federally reimbursable, after school and summer programs can support their farm to school efforts as part of their ongoing after school and summer programs