Expand Local Food Access in Schools
Did you know that produce begins to lose nutritional value as soon as it is picked? Bringing local food into our schools guarantees greater quality and better nutrition content. Eating locally also helps support local farmers, farmland, and the local economy. In addition to helping the local economy, it is fun for school children to get to know their local farmer!
To bring expand local food access to students, schools can support and develop school gardens, incorporate local food procurement into school menus, and develop nutrition education initiatives. Supporting and expanding the Duluth Farm to School program, is one way to do this. The Duluth Farm to School program promotes healthy school food environments, empowering children and their families to make informed food choices. It also works to increase knowledge about nutrition and agriculture, and the environment. It also benefits local farmers, and strengthens community connections and the economy.
Contact City Leaders About this Issue
Use the sample letter below to send a letter to school board members about this issue. You can contact them at schoolboard@isd709.org.
Dear School Board Member,
I support increasing local food access in our schools through the continued support of the Duluth Farm to School program, as well as increased integration of local produce in cafeterias to provide greater food access, jobs and economic benefits in our community while being climate stewards.
Let us make a goal to provide fresh, healthy food that will enhance the lives of students, contribute to our local economy, and help create a healthier planet for future generations.
Did you know that produce begins to lose nutritional value as soon as it is picked? Bringing local food into our schools guarantees greater quality and better nutrition content. Eating locally also helps support local farmers, farmland, and the local economy. In addition to helping the local economy, it is fun for school children to get to know their local farmer!
Increasing local food in schools can be accomplished by purchasing directly from farms, dairies, and producers. But it is also possible to make local food in schools even more local! Creating school gardens builds community in the classroom and can encourage student to learn more about how food is produced.
Please support expanding local food access in schools.
Sincerely,
Your Name
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