Florida Farm to School

Focus Group: Region 6 Farmers & Producers
2026-03-03 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | UF/IFAS Extension, Broward County, 3245 College Avenue,, Davie, 33314, United States
Are you a farmer or producer looking to expand your market by selling to schools? Your insights are essential!
Join us to discuss the opportunities and barriers you face. Your participation will help shape future initiatives that support local agriculture and students.
Date: Tuesday, March 3
Time: 12 – 1:30 pm
Location:
UF/IFAS Extension, Broward County
3245 College Avenue, Davie, FL 33314
Open to farmers and producers in the following Florida counties: Monroe, Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade.
Why Attend?

Have your voice heard.
Influence how Florida farmers and schools work together.
Connect with other local farmers and exchange ideas.

RSVP by Wednesday, February 25 to Jason.Dial@fdacs.gov or 850-617-7179.
Space is limited.

Focus Group: Region 6 Agricultural Partners
2026-03-03 09:00 - 10:30 | UF/IFAS Extension, Broward County, 3245 College Avenue,, Davie, 33314, United States
Are you invested in supporting local farmers and schools? Your insights are essential!
Join us to discuss the opportunities and challenges you face fostering strong Farm to School connections. Your participation will help shape future initiatives that support local students and agriculture.
Date: Tuesday, March 3
Time: 9 – 10:30 am
Location:
UF/IFAS Extension, Broward County
3245 College Avenue, Davie, FL 33314
Open to agricultural leaders in the following Florida counties: Monroe, Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade.
Why Attend?

Have your voice heard.
Influence how Florida farmers and schools work together.
Connect with other local agricultural stakeholders and exchange ideas.

RSVP by Wednesday, February 25 to Jason.Dial@fdacs.gov or 850-617-7179.
Space is limited.

School Gardens with Purpose: A District-Wide Approach with Jeannine Rizzo, M.P.S. - Farm to School Virtual Town Hall
2025-12-11 10:00 - 11:00 | https://farmtoschoolfl.com/event/school-gardens-with-purpose-a-district-wide-approach-with-jeannine-rizzo-m-p-s-farm-to-school-virtual-town-hall/
Join the Farm to School team for our next Virtual Town Hall as we highlight the School Gardens & Sustainability efforts in Palm Beach County. School gardens are powerful tools for learning, wellness, and career readiness. Jeannine Rizzo, M.P.S., will present a strategic framework to align garden programs with district goals, foster cross-department collaboration, and engage stakeholders at every level.

Walk away with practical strategies to grow impactful, sustainable garden initiatives that support student success.
This event will be beneficial to Florida school nutrition directors and educators.
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Traders Hill Farm with Tracy Nazzaro - Farm to School Virtual Town Hall
2025-10-09 10:00 - 11:00 | https://farmtoschoolfl.com/event/florida-farm-connect-farm-to-school-virtual-town-hall-october9/
Join the Farm to School team for our next Virtual Town Hall as we highlight Traders Hill Farm. Traders Hill Farm is on a journey to revolutionize the way we think about food and transform school meals across the state. As they work to expand their reach, the Traders Hill Farm team remains passionate about providing fresh, local produce to schools across Florida, while educating the next generation about the importance of healthy eating, sustainability, and supporting local agriculture.

Tracy Nazzaro, president and general manager at Traders Hill Farm, will walk us through the vision, challenges, and future goals of the farm.

This event will be beneficial to Florida school nutrition directors, educators, farmers and producers.
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Florida Farm Connect - Farm to School Virtual Town Hall
2025-08-07 10:00 - 11:00 | https://farmtoschoolfl.com/event/farm-to-school-virtual-town-hall-august7/
Join the Farm to School team for our next Virtual Town Hall as we walk you through Florida Farm Connect. With Florida Farm Connect, you will find resources to connect schools and farms. This Florida Farm Connect portal allows producers and schools to connect directly with each other to market and procure fresh Florida commodities for school meals and collaborate on agricultural education opportunities for students.
Farm to School Coordinator Jason Dial will provide an overview of the Florida Farm Connect Portal and step-by-step guidance for creating and optimizing a portal account profile to maximize your chance at making successful connections.
This event will be beneficial to Florida school nutrition directors, farmers and producers.
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Region 5 Bringing the Farm to School Training
2025-07-30 09:00 - 15:00
Are you a Florida farmer or producer looking to expand your business? Do you play a role in purchasing food for students’ school meals? Or maybe you’re a community partner passionate about local agriculture and students’ nutrition.
FDACS’s free, one-day “Bringing the Farm to School” training sessions teach Florida producers and schools proven methods for partnering to provide students nutritious local foods, while supporting local farmers.
Region 5 Training
Date: Wednesday, July 30
Time: 9am-3pm – Breakfast will be available at 8am
Location: Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa
3793 NE Ocean Blvd, Jensen Beach, FL 34957
Open to farmers, producers, NSLP sponsors and partners in Osceola, Indian River, Okeechobee, St. Lucie and Martin counties.
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Benefits of attending this training include:

Learning how Florida’s Farm to School initiative benefits schools and supports regional farmers – and how you can get involved.
Producers learn about accessing and selling to school markets, the procurement process and growing products for school markets.
Schools learn more about navigating the procurement process, and tips to help facilitate partnerships with local farmers.
Hearing from and networking with local schools and producers who have successfully worked together.
Discovering resources available to help schools and farmers collaborate.
Having your questions answered!

For questions or to be notified about future trainings, please contact Jason.Dial@fdacs.gov.

Region 4 Bringing the Farm to School Training
2025-07-23 09:00 - 15:00
Are you a Florida farmer or producer looking to expand your business? Do you play a role in purchasing food for students’ school meals? Or maybe you’re a community partner passionate about local agriculture and students’ nutrition.
FDACS’s free, one-day “Bringing the Farm to School” training sessions teach Florida producers and schools proven methods for partnering to provide students nutritious local foods, while supporting local farmers.
Region 4 Training
Date: Wednesday, July 23
Time: 9am-3pm – Breakfast will be available at 8am
Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Brandon
10220 Palm River Rd, Tampa, FL 33619
Open to farmers, producers, NSLP sponsors and partners in Pasco, Pinellas, Hillsborough, Polk, Manatee, Hardee, Sarasota, DeSoto and Highlands counties.
Register Now
Benefits of attending this training include:

Learning how Florida’s Farm to School initiative benefits schools and supports regional farmers – and how you can get involved.
Producers learn about accessing and selling to school markets, the procurement process and growing products for school markets.
Schools learn more about navigating the procurement process, and tips to help facilitate partnerships with local farmers.
Hearing from and networking with local schools and producers who have successfully worked together.
Discovering resources available to help schools and farmers collaborate.
Having your questions answered!

For questions or to be notified about future trainings, please contact Jason.Dial@fdacs.gov.

Farm to School Virtual Town Hall
2025-05-13 10:00 - 11:00 | https://farmtoschoolfl.com/event/farm-to-school-virtual-town-hall/
Join the Florida Farm to School team as we welcome Jamie Lovett and Chrystal Baker with Alachua County Food & Nutrition Services as our Farm to School Virtual Town Hall guest speakers.
Jamie and Chrystal will be discussing Alachua County’s Farm to School program, and their success in establishing a regional food hub.
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Focus Group: Region 5 Schools
2025-05-01 15:00 - 16:30 | UF/IFAS Indian River Research and Education Center, 2199 S Rock Rd, Fort Pierce,, FL, 34945, United States
Are you interested in sourcing fresh, local produce for your school meals? Your insights are essential!
Join us to discuss the opportunities and challenges you face partnering with local farmers. Your participation will help shape future initiatives that support local students and agriculture.
Date: Thursday, May 1
Time: 3 – 4:30 pm
Location:
UF/IFAS Indian River Research and Education Center
2199 S Rock Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34945
Open to NSLP Sponsors in the following Florida counties: Osceola, St. Lucie, Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee.
Why Attend?

Have your voice heard.
Influence how Florida farmers and schools work together.
Connect with other local schools and exchange ideas.

RSVP by Wednesday, April 23 to Jason.Dial@fdacs.gov or 850-617-7179.
Space is limited.

Focus Group: Region 5 Farmers & Producers
2025-05-01 12:00 - 13:30 | UF/IFAS Indian River Research and Education Center, 2199 S Rock Rd, Fort Pierce,, FL, 34945, United States
Are you a farmer or producer looking to expand your market by selling to schools? Your insights are essential!
Join us to discuss the opportunities and barriers you face. Your participation will help shape future initiatives that support local agriculture and students.
Date: Thursday, May 1
Time: 12 – 1:30 pm
Location:
UF/IFAS Indian River Research and Education Center
2199 S Rock Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34945
Open to farmers and producers in the following Florida counties: Osceola, St. Lucie, Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee.
Why Attend?

Have your voice heard.
Influence how Florida farmers and schools work together.
Connect with other local farmers and exchange ideas.

RSVP by Wednesday, April 23 to Jason.Dial@fdacs.gov or 850-617-7179.
Space is limited.

Focus Group: Region 5 Agricultural Partners
2025-05-01 09:00 - 10:30 | UF/IFAS Indian River Research and Education Center, 2199 S Rock Rd, Fort Pierce,, FL, 34945, United States
Are you invested in supporting local farmers and schools? Your insights are essential!
Join us to discuss the opportunities and challenges you face fostering strong Farm to School connections. Your participation will help shape future initiatives that support local students and agriculture.
Date: Thursday, May 1
Time: 9 – 10:30 am
Location:
UF/IFAS Indian River Research and Education Center
2199 S Rock Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34945
Open to agricultural leaders in the following Florida counties: Osceola, St. Lucie, Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee.
Why Attend?

Have your voice heard.
Influence how Florida farmers and schools work together.
Connect with other local agricultural stakeholders and exchange ideas.

RSVP by Wednesday, April 23 to Jason.Dial@fdacs.gov or 850-617-7179.
Space is limited.

Focus Group: Region 4 Schools
2025-04-30 15:00 - 16:30 | UF/IFAS Extension, Hillsborough County, 5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL, 33584, United States
Are you interested in sourcing fresh, local produce for your school meals? Your insights are essential!
Join us to discuss the opportunities and challenges you face partnering with local farmers. Your participation will help shape future initiatives that support local students and agriculture.
Date: Wednesday, April 30
Time: 3 – 4:30 pm
Location:
UF/IFAS Extension, Hillsborough County
5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL 33584
Open to NSLP Sponsors in the following Florida counties: Hillsborough, Pinellas, Polk, Pasco, Manatee, Sarasota, Highlands, DeSoto, Hardee.
Why Attend?

Have your voice heard.
Influence how Florida farmers and schools work together.
Connect with other local schools and exchange ideas.

RSVP by Wednesday, April 23 to Jason.Dial@fdacs.gov or 850-617-7179.
Space is limited.

Focus Group: Region 4 Farmers & Producers
2025-04-30 12:00 - 13:30 | UF/IFAS Extension, Hillsborough County, 5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL, 33584, United States
Are you a farmer or producer looking to expand your market by selling to schools? Your insights are essential!
Join us to discuss the opportunities and barriers you face. Your participation will help shape future initiatives that support local agriculture and students.
Date: Wednesday, April 30
Time: 12 – 1:30 pm
Location:
UF/IFAS Extension, Hillsborough County
5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL 33584
Open to farmers and producers in the following Florida counties: Hillsborough, Pinellas, Polk, Pasco, Manatee, Sarasota, Highlands, DeSoto, Hardee.
Why Attend?

Have your voice heard.
Influence how Florida farmers and schools work together.
Connect with other local farmers and exchange ideas.

RSVP by Wednesday, April 23 to Jason.Dial@fdacs.gov or 850-617-7179.
Space is limited.

Focus Group: Region 4 Agricultural Partners
2025-04-30 09:00 - 10:30 | UF/IFAS Extension, Hillsborough County, 5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL, 33584, United States
Are you invested in supporting local farmers and schools? Your insights are essential!
Join us to discuss the opportunities and challenges you face fostering strong Farm to School connections. Your participation will help shape future initiatives that support local students and agriculture.
Date: Wednesday, April 30
Time: 9 – 10:30 am
Location:
UF/IFAS Extension, Hillsborough County
5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL 33584
Open to agricultural leaders in the following Florida counties: Hillsborough, Pinellas, Polk, Pasco, Manatee, Sarasota, Highlands, DeSoto, Hardee.
Why Attend?

Have your voice heard.
Influence how Florida farmers and schools work together.
Connect with other local agricultural stakeholders and exchange ideas.

RSVP by Wednesday, April 23 to Jason.Dial@fdacs.gov or 850-617-7179.
Space is limited.

2025 Florida Farm to School Conference
2025-03-05 - 2025-03-07 | The Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld, 6677 Sea Harbor Drive, Orlando, FL, 32821, United States
Join us for the 2025 Florida Farm to School Conference at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld.
This year, we are embracing our theme of Cultivating Connections to increase students’ access to fresh Florida commodities in our schools, offer healthier meal options for Florida’s children and get students involved with nutrition and agriculture education through school garden activities.
Our agenda will reflect the tools you need to participate in and promote Florida Farm to School through the three pillars: School Gardens, Agricultural Education and Procurement.
Learn More & Register
We can’t wait to see you there!

Bringing the Farm to School Training (Region 3)
2024-11-06 08:30 - 16:00 | Marriott Orlando Airport Lakeside, 7499 Augusta National Drive, Orlando, FL, 32822, United States
Are you a producer in Central or North-Central Florida looking to expand your business? Do you play a role in purchasing food for students’ school meals? Or maybe you’re a community partner passionate about supporting local agriculture and students’ nutrition?
Join the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Farm to School team for an exclusive training session designed to help connect local farmers and schools!
This free, 1-day training is open to producers, School Food Authorities (SFAs) and community partners in Orange, Marion, Hernando, Sumter, Volusia, Brevard, Lake, Levy, Seminole and Citrus counties.
Why Attend?

Learn how Florida’s Farm to School initiative benefits schools and supports regional farmers – and how you can get involved.
Hear from and network with local schools and producers who have successfully worked together.
Learn to navigate the procurement process and key considerations for schools and farmers.
Discover resources available to help schools and farmers collaborate.
Have your questions answered!

Register now.
Registration is required and space is limited. For questions, please contact Bela.Delgado@fdacs.gov.

Miami EdFund IDEA Expo
2024-10-19 08:00 - 17:00
At this event, FDACS Farm to School Coordinator will give a presentation focusing on school gardens.

Sunbelt Ag Expo
2024-10-15 08:00 - 2024-10-17 17:00
Florida is the 2024 Spotlight State during the 46th Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, GA.

Bringing the Farm to School Training (Region 2)
2024-04-17 08:30 - 16:00 | UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, 22712 W Newberry Road, Newberry, FL, 32669, United States
Farmers, fishers, ranchers, food processors and food manufacturers in Hamilton, Suwannee, Lafayette, Dixie, Gilchrist, Alachua, Bradford, Union, Columbia, Baker, Nassau, Duval, Clay, Putnam, St. Johns, Flagler counties are invited to join the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) for our Region 2 “Bringing the Farm to School” producer training.
Bringing the Farm to School trainings are intended for food producers interested in learning about selling food into school markets.
During this training, you will:

Learn about the Florida Farm to School initiative
Uncover opportunities to market and sell your products to Florida schools
Meet and network with School Food Authorities in Northwest Florida, responsible for sourcing foods for school meals
Learn about business planning when growing for schools
Discover which of your products are fit for school meals
Learn about food safety and standards in schools
Tour a local farm currently serving schools
And more!

To register for this immersive two-day training, please contact Bela.Delgado@fdacs.gov.

2024 Florida Farm to School Conference
2024-03-06 - 2024-03-08 | The Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld, 6677 Sea Harbor Drive, Orlando, FL, 32821, United States
The Annual Florida Farm to School Conference was created to connect with schools, distributors and producers across Florida. This year’s theme, Sowing Success, will guide conference guests through the three pillars of Farm to School:

School Gardens
Agricultural Education
Procurement

View Conference Agenda
Learn More About the Conference

Bringing the Farm to School Producer Training (Northwest Florida) - Day 2
2023-11-08 10:00 - 15:00 | FAMU Viticulture Center, 6361 Mahan Drive, Tallahassee, FL, 32308, United States
Farmers, fishers, ranchers, food processors and food manufacturers in Northwest Florida are invited to join the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) for our first-ever “Bringing the Farm to School” two-day producer training.
Bringing the Farm to School trainings are intended for food producers interested in learning about selling food into school markets.
During this training, you will:

Learn about the Florida Farm to School initiative
Uncover opportunities to market and sell your products to Florida schools
Meet and network with School Food Authorities in Northwest Florida, responsible for sourcing foods for school meals
Learn about business planning when growing for schools
Discover which of your products are fit for school meals
Learn about food safety and standards in schools
Tour two local farms current serving schools
And more!

To register for this immersive two-day training, please contact Bela.Delgado@fdacs.gov.

Bringing the Farm to School Producer Training (Northwest Florida) - Day 1
2023-11-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
