Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller recently kicked off the 2021 Texas Department of Agriculture Spring Farm Fresh Challenge. Schools, childcare providers, and adult care centers across Texas will celebrate Texas agriculture through May 14. TDA will recognize these nutrition program partners for serving Texas grown foods, and teaching Texans about agriculture.

“The challenge plays a critical role in connecting Texas farmers and ranchers directly with school children, child care providers, and local communities,” Miller said.

This year’s challenge reflects TDA and its partners’ commitment to introducing Texans to local foods and supporting Texas farmers and ranchers.

Prioritizing agricultural education and Texas foods during the challenge is a great way to strengthen local economies and recognize the efforts of Texas farmers and ranchers.

The challenge is part of Miller’s Farm Fresh Initiative, which includes the Farm Fresh Network, a registry of 149 companies interested in selling their local food products to schools, child and adult care centers, and summer meal sponsors. For more information and to see who is participating, visit SquareMeals.org/FarmFreshChallenge.