Farm to School
One of my favorite iconic local farm pictures - heading back after an afternoon of harvesting in the fields. ❤️
Truly you can't beat the relationships you build through local purchasing and, the difference in quality and taste of the food is indescribably different and delicious!
Additionally, the contributions to a circular economy are measurable. Studies have shown that purchasing local keeps money in your regional area, which continues to circulate in your local communities, as opposed to an extraction economy where profits are realized in areas outside of your District.
Picked fresh from the fields one day & delivered the next.
MonDak gold potatoes from your local farmer.
Roast them with fresh garlic & local herbs for tastier oven fries!
Will kids eat zucchini? Heck ya they will!
When it's fresh from your farmer, or fresh from your school gardens
it makes a world of difference it taste and texture profiles.
Local tomatoes, roasted with fresh garlic, onions and herbs then pureed and frozen - so good!
Why buy pickles when you can make your own, and they are so delicious!
Want to learn how you can preserve some local foods? Let's do it!
This is a really great way to support your local farmers and utilize local food
items during winter months. And, the tastes and the aromas in the school can't be beat!