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, 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.
March 1, 2023
School Meals Day of Action and Appreciation
Join the School Meals for All Coalition from wherever you are on March 9, 2023 to support school meals for all and educate NC legislators and your community about the importance of school meals for all in!
February 27, 2023
March - 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.
February 25, 2023
Proposed Updates to the School Nutrition Standards
The USDA, Food and Nutrition Service recently issued a proposed rule regarding new school meal standards addressing added sugars, sodium, milk, and whole grains.
February 24, 2023
North Carolina Healthy Schools’ Employee Mental Health Toolkit
This toolkit adds an important systemic layer of prevention and intervention in a coordinated way. It provides information, guidance, and reference in supporting the mental well-being of school staff and administrators.
February 22, 2023
Center for Environmental Farming Systems Job Opportunity!
The Business Associate to CEFS' Committee on Racial Equity in the Food System and Educational Programs position will play an important role in the administration of all educational programs, including internships, apprenticeships, and graduate fellowships for CEFS.
February 21, 2023
Eight High School Teams Compete in 2023 NC Jr Chef Competition
Eight high school teams from across the state will show off their culinary creativity next month in the 2023 NC Jr. Chef Competition.