Farmer Co-op

Farmers create a co-op and hire a coordinator to handle aggregation and support farmer/buyer relationships with schools.

Marketing

Tell the stories of people working throughout the value chain to build awareness and drive demand for local, values-aligned products.

Committees and Networks

A committee or network provides a platform for local suppliers and school districts to procure local products; they also increase advocacy, education and information-sharing among partners, ultimately strengthening their local school food system. Potential partners...