Kansas Is Covered in Farms but Isn't Growing Enough Local Produce for School Lunches

High Plains Public Radio

Sep 26, 2024

Describes efforts by the Kansas Department of Education to source local food for school meals in rural western Kansas. Discusses how the predominance of commodity crops has led to a lack of options for purchasing local fruits and vegetables. Highlights barriers faced by specialty crop growers and notes the health and economic benefits of more diversified local food systems.

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