Farm to School Resource Map
Welcome to Maryland's Farm to School Resource Map. Click on a county below for a listing of local and state resources.
Agricultural Marketing Professional
County Agriculture Marketing Programs assist individuals with marketing plans, develop profitable, sustainable marketing opportunities, and work in coordination with other supporting agencies to enhance Maryland's agricultural economy within the county. Most Agricultural Marketing Professionals offices are in the County's Economic Development Office.
School Food and Nutrition Service Department
The Food & Nutrition Services Departments in each local school system prepare and serve nutritious and appealing meals to students, and staff in a positive, cheerful manner, while maintaining financial soundness, and contributing to the quality and excellence of the educational experience. These programs are self-supporting and receive funds from student payments, and federal and state reimbursement for meals served to students. No local funds are used to support the programs. School Nutrition Directors incorporate locally grown agricultural products into their program whenever possible. The number of meals served in a school system varies throughout the state - Montgomery County, one of the largest schools systems in Maryland, serves over 14 million meals annually. All school breakfasts and lunches meet Federal nutrition requirements based on the current U.S. Department of Agriculture's Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Maryland's Best (http://www.marylandsbest.net) is your source to find local products from Maryland farmers. From produce, seafood, and specialty foods, to plant nursery and Pick-Your Own, Maryland's Best is a guide to who, where, what and how to find and enjoy Maryland-grown products. Maryland's Best is a statewide program developed by the Maryland Department of Agriculture.
Maryland Farm Bureau (http://www.mdfarmbureau.com/)
The Maryland Farm Bureau's helps to increase net farm income and improve the quality of life by providing a legislative voice, increasing public understanding and promoting member involvement for Maryland farmers.
Maryland State Department of Education's School and Community Nutrition Programs
Eat Smart Maryland provides information about several federal food and nutrition programs that help Maryland residents learn to eat smart. Smart eating helps young children enter school ready to learn. It helps school-age children focus on their work.
www.eatsmartmaryland.org
University of Maryland Extension (http://extension.umd.edu/)
University of Maryland Extension (UME) is a statewide organization with offices in each of the counties and the Baltimore City. UME provides citizens with a variety of different research-based resources and offers numerous educational opportunities. The following are programs within the Extension:
- 4-H
- Crops, Farm Animals & Nursery
- Lawn, Garden & Home
- Food, Nutrition & Health
- Family Life & Community
- Natural Resources & Water Quality
