13 Oct 2026 01:00
Episode 7 - Farm to School and ECE
Every October, Georgia celebrates Farm to School and Early Care and Education Month, recognizing the many ways schools, child care programs, families, farmers, and community partners work together to help children build healthy habits early in life. The program introduces young children to fresh, local foods through hands-on food education, gardening experiences, taste testing, and the inclusion of Georgia-grown items in meals and snacks served through programs like CACFP, the National School Lunch Program and Happy Helpings. Joining us to talk about Farm to School and Early Care and Education Month is Monica Griffin, DECAL’s Nutrition and Physical Activity Supervisor, and Kelley Toon, the Academy Nutrition and Support Manager from Georgia Department of Education’s School Nutrition Division.
