# Plain Language Summary: National Farm to School Month Resolution

This resolution is Congress officially declaring October 2023 as "National Farm to School Month." It's essentially a symbolic gesture recognizing and promoting the farm-to-school movement, which connects local farms directly with school cafeterias and food programs.

What this means in practice is that the resolution celebrates schools that buy food directly from nearby farmers instead of relying entirely on large food distributors. When schools participate in farm-to-school programs, students eat fresher produce, local farmers get a reliable customer, and communities build stronger connections between their agricultural and educational institutions. The resolution doesn't create any new laws or requirements—it's more like an official thumbs-up from Congress encouraging this type of activity to continue and expand.

For most people, this won't directly change anything about how schools operate or what kids eat for lunch. However, if you're a parent, farmer, school administrator, or someone who cares about local food systems and nutrition, this recognition can help raise awareness about farm-to-school initiatives. It signals that Congress supports these programs, which can help schools and farmers secure funding and resources to expand their partnerships. The resolution essentially says "this is important work" and encourages communities to think about how they can strengthen the connection between their local farms and schools.

A resolution designating October 2023 as "National Farm to School Month".

Brown, Sherrod

 <p>This resolution designates October 2023 as National Farm to School Month and recognizes support for policy improvements to farm to school programs in legislation reauthorizing child nutrition programs. This resolution also (1) encourages schools, early care and education organizations, and local educational agencies to use local farm products in meals; and (2) encourages schools, early care and education organizations, farmers and farm groups, local businesses, nonprofit institutions, churches, cities, state governments, and other local groups to raise awareness of farm to school efforts in their communities.</p>