Opelika City Schools District

One example of farm to school success in Alabama is the Opelika City School District's farm-to-school program. About ten years ago, the district decided to turn its fryers off and provide healthier meals. They began purchasing produce from the New North Florida Cooperative. The Co-op provides processed sweet potatoes and butter beans in season, as well as pre-chopped collard greens and other produce. School lunch participation rates are 90%. Kindergartners and fifth graders are also provided a strong nutrition education curriculum.

Contact

Opelika City Schools
P.O. Box 2469
Opelika, AL 36803
Phone: (334) 745-9700