STAR Webinar - Farm to School Efforts Supporting Resilient Local Food Systems

SNA Key Area(s): 1 Nutrition
USDA Professional Standard Code(s): 1130 Utilize local food sources, especially Farm to School, when possible.

Description:
Join Julie Brewer, the Director of the USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) Office of Community Food Systems (OCFS) to learn about the USDA Farm to School Program. This webinar will explore resources and support that OCFS provides in order to support the implementation of local farm to school programs. The webinar will also highlight success stories from USDA Farm to School Program Grantees who are adapting their work around gardening, local procurement and agriculture education in creative ways to support children, families, and communities in response to the pandemic.

Objective(s):
Attendees will identify strategies and best practices to help implement a successful farm to school program.