Marketing, Value-Added & Agritourism
Farm-to-School Menu Planning Template
A farm-to-school menu planning template for farms and school nutrition staff planning seasonal produce for school meals. It lines up crops, timing, and quantities with menu needs.
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Sections on this template
- School and contact names
- Menu period covered
- Items the school wants
- Crops the farm can supply
- Harvest and delivery timing
- Product size and pack
- Food safety requirements
- Price and payment terms
- Follow-up and feedback plan
How to use this template
Treat the headings as a starting outline. Add detail under each one, and keep the finished copy with your records.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA and USDA AMS.
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