Florida Farm to School Conference
Explore Our Agenda
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.
Check out our Schedule-at-a-Glance and stay tuned for the full 2025 Farm to School Conference Agenda.
Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience by coming on one of our Conference farm tours.
Attendees will have the opportunity to visit local farms, hear directly from farmers and engage in hands-on agricultural activities.
Stay tuned to claim your spot.
Please note, only 2025 Farm to School Conference attendees can attend the tours.
Missed the last conference? See our 2024 Highlights to learn more about what to expect from our farm tours.
We’re excited to welcome you to the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld for this year’s Conference.
The Renaissance is offering a special discounted rate for Conference attendees, with rooms at $225 per night, plus taxes and a discounted resort fee of $30 per night. Reserve your room by February 7, 2025 to take advantage of these rates.
Parking options include discounted self-parking at $19 per day and valet parking at $54 per day.
Cancellations must be received at least 5 days before your arrival date to avoid penalties. Upon early departure, a fee of one night’s room and applicable tax applies.
Are you a farmer or producer looking to sell your products to schools?
Sample your products for school nutrition professionals and decision makers from across Florida at our Conference Farmers Market Expo Thursday, March 6, 2025.
There is no cost to participate, but this opportunity is first come, first served, so make sure to apply as soon as possible!
- Connect with schools looking to purchase from local farms.
- Network with and learn from fellow farmers already selling to schools.
- Attend interactive presentations and workshops designed to give you tips and resources to simplify selling to schools.
- Apply to market and sample your products with school nutrition decision makers at our Farmers Market Expo.
- Explore how to get involved with students’ agricultural education to inspire the next generation of farmers.
- Network with other SNPs from across the state to learn best practices and get inspiration.
- Understand changes to procurement processes that can help you source local commodities more efficiently and cost effectively.
- Sample a variety of Florida foods, while networking with local farmers and producers.
- Attend hands-on workshops and recipe demonstrations, showcasing innovative ways to use fresh, local ingredients in school meals while gaining CEUs.
- Access the latest strategies and resources to incorporate nutrition and agriculture education into your curriculum.
- Network with fellow educators and share best practices for developing engaging education programs for students of all grade levels.
- Explore the benefits of school gardens and how they can provide hands-on learning experiences for your students.
- Attend immersive workshops and visit a local farm.