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Vermont Leads with Local School Food | Montpelier News
Vermont is setting the national standard for school food by sourcing nearly 90% of meals from local farms, thanks to initiatives like the Farm to School Act and a cash incentive program that rewards schools for buying locally. With free breakfasts and lunches for every student since 2022, the state’s commitment to nutrition is backed by Senator Peter Welch, who urged unity around feeding kids well. New federal nutrition rules this fall will push for more protein and dairy while slashing added sugars — prompting schools to rethink menus, possibly using beans as a cost-effective protein source…
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