Aug 6, 2021 | Educators & Administrators
Farm to school programs are not only about making sure that kids have good local foods on their meal trays and are inspired to to eat it. Farm to school programs become even more impactful when they extend beyond the walls of the meal service line and cafeteria and...
Jul 30, 2021 | Blog and Resources
Make this dish. Make an impact. When you choose to buy, prepare, and eat fresh, local foods, it’s better for you and your community! Download our Peachy Keen Cookie Crumble recipe today. Cook and share with #feedourfutureohio. Ingredients: 50 local, raw...
Jul 30, 2021 | Blog and Resources
Make this dish. Make an impact. When you choose to buy, prepare, and eat fresh, local foods, it’s better for you and your community! Download our Peachy Keen Cookie Crumble recipe today. Cook and share with #feedourfutureohio. Ingredients: 4 local, raw peaches4...
Jul 9, 2021 | Blog and Resources
Before the pandemic, over 30 million school children participated in federal child nutrition programs. For many children, the meals provided through these programs are the only meals the eat in a day, making them an important source of nutrition. ...
Jun 25, 2021 | Blog and Resources
Just because school is out of session doesn’t mean learning should be put on hold. Families or caregivers can keep the momentum going into the summer with outdoor activities that engage young minds. With a few household items and a little imagination, turn any yard,...
Jun 25, 2021 | Blog and Resources
Whether young, old, and every age in between, there are so many benefits of eating together as a family. Dinnertime is about more than what’s on the table! Regular family meals offer both kids and parents many health benefits year-round, but summertime dinners that...
Jun 25, 2021 | Blog and Resources
Have you picked up a pint of amazing strawberries from your local farmers’ market this summer? If yes, we have just the recipe for you! If no – go get some! Three ingredients and a little patience is all it takes to keep you and your family cool this...
Jun 15, 2021 | Blog and Resources
The Child Nutrition Reauthorization (CNR) is a process that Congress goes through every five years to make changes the rules and programs that apply to all child nutrition programs, which include school breakfast and lunch, summer meals, meals served at child and...
May 14, 2021 | Blog and Resources
Have you heard the buzz? No, it is not our yellow and black insect friends working to make our flowers bloom. Child nutrition programs are front and center and there is a lot to talk about, and even more importantly, do! Child Nutrition...
Apr 19, 2021 | Blog and Resources
Earth Day will occur on Thursday, April 22, 2021 this year, marking 51 years of celebrating green living and eco-friendly issues. Earth Day is a great opportunity to help students understand the importance of caring for the environment and the land and the role that...
