Join us as Miguel Villarreal, Interim Co-Executive Director, National Farm To School Network & school food service veteran, shares how culinary education and community collaboration are transforming student health and school wellness. From growing farm-to-school programs to addressing food inequities, Miguel reveals how parents, educators, and food service workers can work together to create healthier futures for our students & healthier communities.
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Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Culinary and Nutrition Education
02:02 Miguel's Journey in Nutrition and School Food Services
05:59 Community Engagement and Racial Equity in Food Systems
11:51 The Growth of Farm to School Programs
17:51 Implementing Farm to School Initiatives
24:02 Building Relationships with School Food Services
29:58 Sustainable Change in School Nutrition Programs
34:24 Building Systemic Change in School Nutrition
37:00 The Role of Central Kitchens in Food Distribution
40:14 Regional Sourcing and Local Farming Challenges
42:23 The Importance of Nutritionists in Schools
46:10 Culinary Education: A Key to Healthier Choices
49:35 Engaging Communities in Nutrition Education
53:39 The Power of Hands-On Learning in Schools
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