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ART - Informational - How to Buy Local Food 2011

  • YEAR CREATED: 2011
  • ENTITY TYPE: Authority: Other
  • TYPE OF DOCUMENT: ART - Article, Paper, Review, Survey, Report
The document is a draft guide on how to buy local foods for Farm to School programs. It provides various resources and links to additional information on Farm to School, including guides for food service directors, resources for bringing local food to institutions, and procurement regulations from the USDA. The document also includes examples of successful strategies for buying and using local foods, such as establishing relationships with local producers, cooperative ordering, and using a competitive bid system to open a dialogue with farmers. It emphasizes the importance of keeping an eye on food safety and provides case studies of successful programs in Colorado. The document also provides information on finding and knowing local farmers, establishing relationships with them, and creating harvest calendars specific to the area. Overall, the document serves as a comprehensive guide for schools and institutions interested in buying and using local foods for their programs.
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