Connecting Kids and Farmers
Farm to school makes local food and agricultural education available to child nutrition program participants through grants, research, technical assistance, and training.
2023 Farm to School Census Findings Now Available - Farm to School is Going Strong!
USDA has released the findings of the 2023 Farm to School Census! The Census findings show that farm to school is going strong. In school year 2022-23, 74% of school food authorities reported engaging in farm to school activities. Explore the findings and report and learn how to discuss the results in your community with our partner resources.
The FY 25 Farm to School Grant Request for Applications is Now Open!
The fiscal year 2025 Patrick Leahy Farm to School grant program requests for applications (RFAs) are now open. To apply, visit Grants.gov and follow the instructions found in each FY 25 RFA. Visit the applicant resources for helpful information, including links to webinars that provide specific assistance on applying for a Farm to School Grant.
Popular Topics
- Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grants
- Farm to School - Planning Toolkit
- Farm to Child Nutrition Programs Planning Guide
- USDA Foods: A Resource for Maximizing Food Budgets To Buy Local Fact Sheet
- USDA DoD Fresh Program: A Source for Locally Grown Produce Fact Sheet
- Agricultural Marketing Service Grants, Loans and Other Support
- Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production Grants
- Composting and Food Waste Reduction (CFWR) Cooperative Agreements
- CDC: Putting Local School Wellness Policies into Action: Stories from School Districts and Schools
