California schools selected for fresh produce program

SACRAMENTO, CA. - A new initiative by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide more students with locally grown fruits and vegetables has chosen California as one of eight states selected to participate in the pilot program. 

“This program will give schools more flexibility in how they procure fresh produce directly from local farmers,” said State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson. “This is of great benefit to both local economies and local food producers.”