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Meet Alysia Feuer, who runs a program called Farm to School. Alysia discusses the expanded mission of farm to school initiatives to include broader public health objectives, focusing on local food access and nutritional education. They describe various collaborative activities such as cooking classes, hands-on learning experiences, and a veggie van that delivers fresh produce to communities. Further, Alysia shares her personal background and the challenges faced in securing funding for these initiatives. 

Find out how you can join an upcoming online cooking class fundraiser with Chef Drew Allen, emphasizing how participants can learn, enjoy fresh meals, and support the mission.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:44 Understanding Farm to School
02:15 Hands-On Learning and Community Engagement
05:11 Challenges and Success Stories
07:12 Local Food Systems and Farmer Support
09:26 Personal Background and Passion for Farming
12:06 Public Health and Nutrition Education
17:20 Funding Issues and Future Plans
19:45 Exciting Fundraiser Announcement
25:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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