VDOE Farm to School Project
The Virginia Farm to School program increases equitable access to fresh, healthy, Virginia grown food while providing hands-on learning opportunities in a variety of educational settings. Across Virginia, schools and community sponsors of federal child nutrition programs express a growing enthusiasm to provide nutritious food, support local farms, and educate students about healthy eating, agriculture, and the environment.
Telling The Story
HERD Ventures worked with Dorazio Communications to produce the video series for VDOE. The Farm to School project spanned 4 counties in Virginia and featured a wide array of individuals both in the school system as well as farmers and local producers. Through the deliverables, HERD Ventures was able to educate viewers on how schools are providing children with healthier meals and how farmers are able to expand their reach by partnering with local food hubs. Subsequently, HERD Ventures has had the opportunity to work on a 7-part recipe training series for scratch cooking in cafeterias.
