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!
May 1, 2023
May - Upcoming Farm to School Grant Opportunities
Check out these upcoming farm to school-related grant opportunities! You can stay up to date with these opportunities and more by subscribing to our listserv.
April 26, 2023
Celebrate National Garden Month!
Did you know April is National Garden Month? The month-long observance brings gardeners, gardening groups, and those new to gardening together to share tips and offer support for a bountiful season!
April 25, 2023
How to Sell to K-12 Schools Webinar
The Center for Environmental Farming Systems’ Farm to School Initiative, a Coalition partner, hosted a webinar to share more about the Local Food for Schools Program and selling to K-12 Schools in NC.
April 6, 2023
April - Upcoming Grant Opportunities
Check out these upcoming farm to school-related grant opportunities! You can stay up to date with these opportunities and more by subscribing to our listserv.
March 31, 2023
Apex High Team Wins 2023 North Carolina Jr. Chef Cook-Off
The "Waffle House" team from Apex High with Wake County Public Schools won first place in the 2023 North Carolina Jr. Chef Competition.
March 15, 2023
Eight High School Teams Compete in the 2023 NC Jr. Chef Competition
Eight high school teams from across the state will show off their culinary creativity next month in the 2023 North Carolina Jr. Chef Competition.
March 7, 2023
Beaufort County Schools Receives the Silver Turnip the Beet Award
Congratulations to the Beaufort County School's Summer Nutrition program for receiving the US Department of Agriculture's Turnip the Beet Award.
March 6, 2023
Happy National School Breakfast Week 2023!
By celebrating National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) every year, we are encouraging all schools to recognize the importance of a healthy start to the day for fueling a child's academic success.