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Visualize Your Farm to CACFP Dream
If obstacles were not in your way, what would your dream Farm to CACFP look like? Hear a farmer’s perspective about Nebraska’s programs to spur discussion and generate new ideas about what your ideal Farm to CACFP looks like. Join in with fun hands-on activities to spur your creative side. Come inspire and be inspired as we collectively dream what we want to achieve!
Read MoreSprouting Success: Celebrate Farm to CACFP
Farm to CACFP Week is October 12-18, 2025! NCA is excited to help you celebrate with resources to get you started. Wondering how to participate? It can be as simple as sharing a newsletter with parents, planning an educational activity with your kids, or creating an interactive experience like starting a garden. Chances are, you’re already doing something that ties into Farm to CACFP!
Read MoreSowing Success: Real Stories & Strategies in Farm to CACFP ($)
We’re bringing together voices from the field to share how Farm to CACFP works in real-world settings. Hear from a provider, sponsoring organization, and State agency as they discuss their journeys, challenges, and best practices for implementing and sustaining local food efforts. Listen to practical insights and inspiring stories to help you grow your own Farm to CACFP operation.
Read MoreCultivating Funding for Farm to CACFP: Strategies and State Support ($)
Discover how to leverage CACFP reimbursement and State support for Farm to CACFP. Learn about allowable costs, reimbursement rules and how to apply geographic preference when sourcing local foods. Hear about effective strategies, State strategies and gather ideas on how to collaborate for success.
Read MoreRooted in Purpose: What is Farm to CACFP? ($)
Let’s kick things off with a deep dive into the Farm to CACFP movement. Learn how connecting local farms to child and adult care programs supports nutrition, education and local economies. Hear inspiring success stories and receive a roadmap for getting started.
Read MoreFive Ways to Celebrate Farm to CACFP WeekÂ
This October marks the inaugural Farm to CACFP Week, hosted by the National CACFP Association to celebrate the benefits of connecting child and adult care programs with local foods.
Read MoreNational CACFP Association Announces Farm to CACFP Week and Farm to CACFP Boot Camp
The National CACFP Association (NCA) will host National Farm to CACFP Week from October 12–18, 2025, an annual education campaign focused on connecting child and adult care providers with local foods.
Read MoreFarm to CACFP Week
Farm to CACFP Week is October 12-18, 2025 What is Farm to CACFP Week? Farm to CACFP Week is a national education campaign hosted annually during the third week of October by the National CACFP Association. The campaign aims to raise awareness of the benefits of connecting child and adult care sponsors and operators with…
Read MoreComing Up! Farm to CACFP Events
Farm to CACFP connects providers to local food producers with the objectives of serving locally-grown foods and providing nutrition education. Check out these upcoming events at NCA!
Read MoreFarm to CACFP Boot Camp
Farm to CACFP Boot Camp Wednesday, September 24, 2025 on Zoom Get ready to grow your program from the ground up! Get equipped with the tools you need to successfully implement and grow Farm to CACFP initiatives. We’ll dive into the heart of Farm to CACFP with real stories, hands-on strategies and creative ideas to…
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