by Jen Ransom-Gach, MPH, RD, LD, Nutrition Grant Specialist, Des Moines Public Schools Des Moines Public Schools is committed to teaching students about where their food comes from through farm to school education and experiences. We are lucky that six of our elementary schools have both a garden space and a FoodCorps service member. Service … Continue reading Farm to school works indoors and out at DMPS
by Kaitlyn Scheuermann, MPP-D, RDN, LD, Waukee Community School District nutrition services dietitian and farm to school activities coordinator Nutrition has been an interest of mine ever since I discovered the concept of “superfoods” researching a 4-H educational presentation. As I went along my path to becoming a registered dietitian, I found a passion for … Continue reading Cultivating farm to school at Waukee CSD
Improving Your Farm Profitability: #5 by Craig Chase, FFED program manager When large companies evaluate their business, they are determining their company’s financial condition and performance. What do those terms mean? Get a picture of your farm’s financial condition from its balance sheet. This indicates the value of the assets, liabilities and net worth of … Continue reading How to analyze financial condition and performance for your farm
by Chelsea Krist, FFED farm to school coordinator We have more than 150 stakeholders already registered! The Iowa Farm to School and Early Care Coalition invites you to attend the first-ever, virtual Iowa Farm to School and Early Care Conference, planned for June 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. The virtual conference is free and … Continue reading Register by June 16 for virtual Iowa Farm to School and Early Care Conference