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January 7, 2025 28 mins

Summary

Engaging conversation with Michelle Markesteyn and Rick Sherman, experts in the Farm to School movement. Michelle is the Extension Farm to School and School Garden Specialist at Oregon State University and Rick is the Farm to School/School Garden Coordinator at Oregon Department of Education. They discuss the importance of local food sourcing, the challenges faced in implementing Farm to School initiatives, and the significance of school gardens in education. Michelle and Rack share their personal journeys into the movement and highlight the need for collaboration, and innovative approaches like hydroponics. And don’t forget about community involvement and building healthy relationships with food.

Takeaways

  • Farm to School connects local food with education.

  • School gardens enhance learning and community engagement.

  • Collaboration is key to overcoming challenges in Farm to School.

  • Hydroponics offers innovative solutions for limited growing seasons.

  • The future of Farm to School is about deliciousness and relationships with food.

  • Advocacy at school board meetings can drive change.

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