The Texas Department of Agriculture’s (TDA) Farm Fresh Challenge takes place in October of each year to coincide with Farm to School Month.
The Challenge is open to all Child Nutrition Program (CNP) operators who participate in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
Contracting Entities (CEs) who pledge to participate are encouraged to Serve Local foods, Teach Local agriculture facts, and Share their efforts on social media throughout the month.
TDA has created the infographic below to show the parameters for recognition. CEs will receive awards based on the parameters for whichever tier they’ve successfully completed.
Examples of previous CE participation can be found by clicking the “Success Stories” button. Resources to help achieve whichever tier you wish can be found under the “Resources” button.