Okay, not in Missaukee but it is in Michigan and it is the best idea since reusable shopping bags.
The Farm-to-Cafeteria conference is underway in Detroit this week and promoting local growers in neighborhood schools is the main push. The conversation about healthy school meals happens often in Grand Rapids. In fact, this week the district is showcasing the importance of supporting Michigan agricultural businesses.
Grand Rapids Public Schools is among 400 schools statewide that has spent the week featuring local produce on its school lunch menus. It's all part of the "Mi Products, My Michigan, Mi School Lunches" initiative created by West Michigan school nutrition services.
-WZZM13.com
Lake City Area Schools dining program is managed by Chartwells. Chartwells is a company that claims to be committed to sustainability. You can read more about their commitment to corporate responsibility here.
Does anyone know of any local farms that provide products to Chartwells for service in Lake City Area Schools?
