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Farm to School update: district says $100,000 grant will support local beef and potatoes in meals

Klamath County School District Board of Directors · April 17, 2025
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Summary

Food Services and Farm to School staff told the board the program received a $100,000 grant and is prioritizing sourcing local beef and potatoes; staff said a Local Wellness Policy is being drafted.

Food Services supervisor Jennifer Detwiler and Farm to School coordinator Kekoa Taipin updated the board on nutrition services and the Farm to School program during the April 17 meeting. Detwiler told the board the program received a $100,000 grant this year and said the department is working to serve local beef and potatoes across school menus.

Detwiler also said she is drafting a Local Wellness Policy that will be presented to the board upon completion. The food services department said it is responsive to both positive and negative feedback on menus and is reviewing serve/offer options for the 2025-26 school year.

The Farm to School materials, referenced in the board packet, describe procurement efforts and grant-supported local sourcing.

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