Colorado Upcoming Events

Colorado Proud School Meal Day (Visit Website)
Wed September 9, 2009 to Wed September 9, 2009
The Colorado Departments of Agriculture and Education would like to invite Colorado schools to participate in Colorado Proud School Meal Day. This is a day to celebrate Colorado agriculture and to educate schoolchildren about healthy eating.

In order to encourage eating habits that will promote a lifetime of optimal health, it is essential to teach children about the importance of eating foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats and low-fat dairy products. Proper nutrition is critical if our educational programs and our students are going to continue to excel.

Colorado farmers and ranchers produce food items that provide the nutrients children and adults need to thrive. Agribusinesses contribute nearly $16 billion to the state economy annually and provide more than 105,000 jobs. With more than 37,000 farms and ranches encompassing nearly 32 million acres, it is easy to understand the value this industry adds to Colorado.

Please visit www.coloradoproud.org and click on "School Meal Day" for downloadable facts sheets, sample menus and other information to help you have a successful event.
Contact
Wendy White
303-239-4119