The Mississippi Farm to School Network works to connect farmers with schools in order to bring Mississippi products to school cafeterias. We seek to strengthen the local agricultural economy and educate Mississippians on the importance of eating locally-grown, nutritionally-dense foods. By gathering a diverse community of farm to school advocates, the network strives to reach all students and their families.

The National Farm to School Network is as an information, advocacy, and networking hub for communities working to bring local food sourcing, school gardens and food and agriculture education into schools and early care and education settings. 

The Mississippi State University Extension Service provides research-based information, educational programs, and technology transfer focused on issues and needs of the people of Mississippi, enabling them to make informed decisions about their economic, social, and cultural well-being.

Resource to find when to plant crops in the school garden

10 USDA facts about local foods in school cafeteria

USDA resource guide to what local food is and how to use it in your school