Farm to CACFP Boot Camp
Little Sprouts, Big Lessons: Farm to Early Education ($)
Nutrition and agriculture education represent one of the three core elements of Farm to ECE. Explore fun and engaging activity ideas along with best practices for bringing food-based learning into your early childhood program. Discover free resources to help you implement these hands-on learning experiences with ease.
Read MoreCooking Up Local Goodness ($)
Discover how to enhance your CACFP menu planning by integrating fresh, locally sourced foods into nutritious and appealing meals. Learn smart strategies for menu development, seasonal planning, and creative ingredient swaps that make the most of local grains, meats, eggs, dairy, fruits, and vegetables.
Read MoreSowing Success: Real Stories & Strategies in Farm to CACFP ($)
We’re bringing together voices from the field to share how Farm to CACFP works in real-world settings. Hear from a provider, sponsoring organization, and State agency as they discuss their journeys, challenges, and best practices for implementing and sustaining local food efforts. Listen to practical insights and inspiring stories to help you grow your own Farm to CACFP operation.
Read MoreFind Your Farmer: Enrich Farm to ECE Through Producer Relationships ($)
Farm to ECE enhances community access to healthy and local foods by changing food purchasing practices, elevating food and agricultural education, and strengthening local food economies. Explore the National Farm to School Network’s role in supporting ECE programs, steps for connecting with local producers for procurement and innovative approaches to food purchasing.
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 MoreFarmers’ Market Field Trip
Learn how to identify, purchase, and serve farmers’ market finds so that the children and adults you serve can enjoy fresh flavors of the season.
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