LITTLE ROCK – A new program to serve more locally produced foods grown by Arkansas farmers is set to begin in select schools this January. The Arkansas Plate Initiative is a state-wide effort to connect Arkansas producers with state schools to provide students with nutritious, locally sourced meals made from Arkansas-grown products. According to Arkansas Secretary of Agriculture Wes Ward, “by helping schools’ source more products from Arkansas farmers and producers, we’re supporting our state’s largest industry, improving access to healthy meals for students, and strengthening local communities”.
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