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August 29, 2019

FARM TO SCHOOL ...

Farm to School program helps students, producers

New program not only benefits school lunches, but also local producers

August 26, 2019

A healthy respect for the dangers of farm equipment is critical, and education and training are vital in ensuring the safety of youth working in agriculture. (Courtesy of MSU Extension)

SCHOOL RESTRICTIONS ...

Back-to-school laws for youth farm workers

Once in school, Ohio labor laws restrict the times, hours youth can work on a farm

August 21, 2019

YOUTH IN AGRICULTURE ...

Students pitch ideas for serving dairy in schools

Students and educators spent the day learning about dairy farming and nutrition

August 13, 2019

BACK TO SCHOOL ...

Back-to-school shopping showcases Texas ag

Did you know Texas agriculture is the source of many school supplies?

August 11, 2019

TRADE IMPACTS ...

What's on school menus this fall? Trade mitigation

U.S. school cafeterias are expecting shipments of free food thanks to trade disputes

July 25, 2019

EDUCATION ...

Sen. Leahy invests in farm to school program

VT receives $98,918 to connect schools and local farms under Farm To School Program

July 21, 2019

YOUTH AND AGRICULTURE ...

VT to get $100k for farm-to-school food programs

Award was part of more than $9 million in USDA grants for 126 projects in 42 states

July 9, 2019

Six New York Schools Selected for Farm to School Institute

Schools selected for NYS Farm to School Institute

FINYS Announces 6 Schools Selected for Inaugural NYS Farm to School Institute

July 3, 2019

OUTREACH ...

Farm to School in Seneca County

Teachers and students make progress on their Seed to Harvest Project journey

June 24, 2019

LEGISLATION ...

Kids Eat Local Act expands school food options

Bill would help to break down barriers between school food purchasers and family farmers