Cornell Farm to School , as an active member of the New York State Farm to School Coordinating Committee develops strategies to build a stronger link between schools and the New York state food and agriculture system.

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Why Farm to School?
Vision & Mission
Goals
Strategies

Why Farm to School

There is growing national interest in rebuilding and strengthening local food systems. This effort involves linking farms and schools to provide students with nutritious diets that promote lifelong health, and, at the same time, to provide farmers with additional sources of income.

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Vision & Mission

Vision
Local, state and school policies that support the use of New York foods in New York schools, colleges and universities. Children, young adults and families that know, choose and enjoy New York foods. Increased economic vitality for farming in New York state.

Mission
To improve health and enhance agriculture by linking farms and schools

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Goals

i. Nutritious school meals incorporating high quality, local foods
ii. Strong, viable New York farms
iii. Informed, conscious food choices that support local agriculture

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Strategies

i. Communicate relevant information among stakeholders
ii. Develop resources for farmers, food service directors, educators and suppliers
iii. Facilitate partnerships
iv. Fundraise for local and statewide farm to school projects
v. Educate and disseminate existing and new knowledge among stakeholders
vi. Build local capacity
vii. Develop state, local and school policy

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