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The stories of The Common Market are bigger than just the numbers of meals served or dollars spent on local food. We work directly with individuals who are transforming the food system and create connections between rural and urban communities. As a mission-oriented organization, we lift up these stories to share our impact and inspire further learning.
Local Food for Schools (LFS)
Jun 01, 2023
A new program from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Local Food in Schools (LFS), provides dedicated funds to connect school food operations with local farmers, ranchers and producers across the state.
Benefits of Farm To School Programs
Apr 14, 2023
Over 4.9 billion lunches are served in schools every year. That makes 4.9 billion opportunities to support local economies and strengthen our kids’ attitudes toward agriculture, food, nutrition, and the environment.