The Farm to School Movement: Impact and Evolution with Marion Kalb

The transcript discusses the farm to school program, emphasizing the educational benefits beyond just food consumption. It highlights taste testing as a method to introduce new foods to students and describes hands-on learning experiences in school gardens. The text also covers regional innovations in food processing and preservation, particularly in the Northeast and Midwest. It outlines steps to start a farm to school program, including engaging with food service directors and school boards. Finally, it stresses the importance of community and nonprofit involvement in supporting these initiatives.

What are some examples of food products that children have been introduced to through farm to school programs?

In what ways can schools preserve food products for use throughout the year?

How can community involvement support the success of farm to school initiatives?