EDUCATE!

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• Provide food safety training

• Integrate agriculture and gardening into the school curriculum

• Facilitate conferences, workshops, and new farmer training

• Initiate on-going technical assistance for production and marketing success

   

The West Virginia Farm to School Program aims to educate current producers on the opportunities available to start growing for schools and opportunities to expand their current Farm to School operations. We also aim to educate children about where their food comes from, the benefits of local food, and how they can grow their own food. We collaborate with statewide resource providers and educators to assist farmers and students to network and utilize information and technology. Through modeling, mentoring and access, we engage farmers of all ages in on-going training and instruction to grow more efficiently. Students receive hands-on experience through school gardens, classroom instruction, integrated curriculum, and career exploration.

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Looking to expand your Farm to School operation? Visit our resources here!

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Are you a parent or educator looking to incorporate more hands-on learning about local food? Check out our WV specific Garden Based Learning Curriculum developed by North Elementary in Monongalia County!