Over half of respondents have a farm to school program, with most partnering with local farms for seasonal produce. The majority of programs started in the last five years and their main purpose is to teach children about local farms and fresh produce while supporting local farmers. The survey found that over half of schools have farm to school programs, with most partnering with local farms and over 60% starting in the past five years, and it's primary goal is to educate students on local agriculture.

1. 2019 Farm to
School Survey

2. 52% of
Responders have
a Farm to School
Program.
Do you have a
Farm to School
Program?

3. 56% partner with local farms for
seasonal fruits/vegetables
What type of Farm to School program does your school have?
20% have school gardens
13% have milk or meat programs
11% have
both!

4. 62% of programs
started in the last 5
years! (2019-2013)
When did the Farm to School
program at your school start?

5. What is the main purpose for the Farm to
School program at your school?
Teach kids about gardens/farms and fresh produce
Support local farmers
Reduce food costs
Reduce food
waste
66%
12%
9%
3%

6. This survey was conducted by Cambro with the help of K-12
foodservice operators from across the United States.