Farm to Early Childhood Programs: A Step-By-Step Guide

Farm to Early Childhood Programs have evolved from the strong national Farm to School movement as a way of providing fresh, local foods in meal programs that serve the youngest children. Farm to Early Childcare and Farm to Preschool programs focus on purchasing and using fresh, local foods at program sites to promote the development of healthy eating patterns in children from birth to age six. These programs also involve children’s gardens, educational activities related to local food and agriculture, and opportunities for building community partnerships.