What is the Minnesota Farm to School Institute? 

The Minnesota Farm to School Institute is a unique, year-long professional learning opportunity for schools to build sustainable Farm to School programs that support the local food system.

Selected teams will participate in a three-day, immersive experience
in June and receive one-on-one coaching throughout the subsequent school year.

Together, teams will develop action plans, skills, and tools to confidently bring local foods into their cafeterias and classrooms. 

A Collaborative Approach

The Institute uses a team based approach with various members from the school and community to develop a plan to grow and strengthen farm to school initiatives. 

It's all about the 3C’s: Classroom, Cafeteria & Community connections to create a robust, sustainable farm to school program.