Daviess County Public Schools has been awarded a $96,000 grant from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture to supply students with fresh produce for their meals. The Farm to Table grant will allow food service directors to establish stronger relationships with local producers in the area.
The grant will help to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms, such as Riney Farms, Cecil Farms, and Reid's Orchard. These farms are committed to sustainable farming practices, and their produce is grown without the use of harmful pesticides or herbicides.
The fresh produce will be served in school lunches and breakfasts, and it will also be used in cooking classes and other educational programs. The goal of the grant is to improve the health and nutrition of students, and to support local agriculture.
Students at West Louisville Elementary and Apollo High School were the first to benefit from the grant. They received watermelon and corn on the cob from Riney Farms. The students were excited to try the fresh produce, and they said that it tasted delicious.
The Farm to Table grant is a win-win for students and local farmers. Students get to enjoy fresh, healthy food, and farmers get to sell their produce to a guaranteed market. The grant is also a boost for the local economy, as it helps to support local businesses.
The Daviess County Public Schools is committed to providing students with healthy and nutritious meals. The Farm to Table grant is a major step in that direction, and it will help to ensure that students have access to fresh, local produce.
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