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This year’s Northeast Farm to School Institute* launched virtually with fourteen school, district and early childhood teams and a keynote by Jamese Kwele who serves as Director of Food Equity...

The COVID-19 crisis has shone a light, like never before, on the incredible work done by school nutrition staff. When schools closed their doors, they had less than a week to completely reimagine...

A few years ago, we published a first-of-its-kind cookbook for school nutrition professionals. New School Cuisine: Nutritious and Seasonal Recipes for School Cooks by School Cooks ...

On Sunday, March 15, Vermont Governor Phil Scott issued an Executive Order to close schools, in which he required all districts to continue offering meal service during closures. By Wednesday, March...

Video: ORCA Media We heard it again this year: Farm to School and Early Childhood Awareness Day is one of Vermont legislators' favorite days at the State House. On February 12, ...

In Vermont, our farm to school work is showing that these programs can be used as a theme to bring classroom subjects to life through hands-on and place-based learning opportunities. Educators can...

Twenty years ago, Vermont was an early adopter of the Farm to School movement. Now, 65% of Vermont schools report having a connection with a farm or farmer! Vermont is a leader in this field, and...

Statewide Youth Culinary Competition Now Accepting Teams!  Essex Junction, VT —Registration is now open for the 13th annual Jr Iron Chef VT, a culinary competition for Vermont middle...

We're thrilled to announce that Helen Rortvedt will be joining our team as the Farm to School Program Director! Helen will be replacing Abbie Nelson who will be retiring December 31,...

Senator Patrick Leahy Announces USDA Grants and Celebrates Farm to School Month in St. Albans ST. ALBANS, VT — U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy visited the St. Albans Town Education Center on...