News
A primary goal of the Farm to School Coalition of North Carolina is to weave together an understanding of what great stories and ideas are happening across the state. Check back often to read the latest farm to school news and to submit your own story!
March 7, 2024
SweetPotatoes - March Harvest of the Month
Each month in 2024, the Farm to School Coalition of NC will be highlighting a fruit or vegetable of the month. This month, we are celebrating North Carolina’s official state vegetable: the sweetpotato! Sweetpotatoes are rich in beta-carotene and vitamin C, which help strengthen our immune system.
March 1, 2024
Alison Francis - Director of Nutrition at Haywood County Schools
Alison Francis is the Director of Nutrition of Haywood County Schools, and has worked with ASAP for many years to source from local farms.
February 26, 2024
“I Tried Local…” A Toolkit for Engaging Kids with Local Food and Farms
Growing Minds' "I Tried Local..." curriculum is designed for use in ECE through second-grade classrooms. The Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project's Growing Minds program is a member of the Farm to School Coalition of NC's Steering Committee.
February 8, 2024
Extension Grows School Gardens Through New Online Course
Register today for NC State Cooperative Extension's new school garden course!
February 1, 2024
2024 Farm to School Coalition of NC Listening Sessions
Make Your Voice Heard - Participate in the Farm to School Coalition of NC Listening Sessions
October 26, 2023
Participate in the 2023 Farm to School Census!
Learn more about how to participate in the 2023 USDA Farm to School Census!
October 2, 2023
Happy National Farm to School Month!
Celebrate National Farm to School Month this October!
August 23, 2023
New Teens Talk Wellness Episodes!
Check out our new Teens Talk Wellness episodes! You can listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Soundcloud.