Rogue Valley Farm to School (Jamie Oliver would be proud)

Rogue Valley Farm to School’s mission is to educate children about their food system through hands-on farm and garden programs, and by increasing local foods in school meals. The organization works to inspire an appreciation of local agriculture that improves the economy and environment of the community, and the health of its members.

• The Farm Education Program teaches students about local organic agriculture and nutrition through hands on activities that incorporate math, science, art and writing as well as practical life skills such as cooking, gardening, problem solving, and working together.
• The School Garden Program helps local schools establish and sustain their own gardening projects, and develop educational activities in the school gardens.
• The Farm to Cafeteria Program creates connections between local growers and the school lunchroom. Rogue Valley Farm to School works with school food service staff to evaluate annual produce needs that in turn assist farmers in planning their seasonal planting. Rogue Valley Farm to School also keeps track of local and regional product availability to facilitate ordering, receiving, storage and distribution of fresh, local produce according to school menus.

Contact Information:
Web: Rogue Valley Farm To School

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