Local farmers to bring food to public school cafeterias

Local farmers to bring food to public school cafeterias

By Associated Press | Saturday, September 25, 2010 | http://www.bostonherald.com | Local Coverage

BOSTON — School children from around the state will be dining on food from local farms this coming week.
"Massachusetts Harvest for Students" week runs Monday through Friday and promotes the consumption of locally-grown fruits and vegetables in public school cafeterias.
Farmers will be delivering local produce directly to schools. In some cases, students will shuck their own corn or pick their own apples.
Agriculture Commissioner Scott Soares said it’s an good opportunity for children to learn the health benefits of eating fresh, locally-grown food.
The state says more than 250 public and private schools give preference to local farms in purchasing food.
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