The RI Farm to School Network, in partnership with the RI Division of Agriculture, RI Department of Education, Farm Fresh Rhode Island, and Commerce RI, was proud to host a new event designed to connect local food producers with buyers for RI’s K-12 schools and colleges.

Thank you to everyone who came out for an afternoon of networking, learning, and building relationships. This free event was open to all farmers, fishers, local food producers, and K-12 and college foodservice interested in expanding their connection to local food and local school markets.

As a group, we…

Learned about the logistics of selling to schools and colleges 

Shared challenges and opportunities as producers and buyers

Networked with potential partners to hopefully build lasting relationships

…all to help increase the amount of local, delicious food served in Rhode Island’s schools. Click the images below for the full resources!