Better Food, Better Futures: Solving School Food Procurement Challenges

In this episode of School Business Insider, we’re diving into the critical work of improving school food procurement. Joining us are Dr. Katie Wilson, Executive Director of the Urban School Food Alliance, and Dottie Arnold, Cooperative Agreement Administrator. Together, they explore the challenges schools face in providing affordable, nutritious meals and the initiatives underway to enhance procurement practices across districts.From navigating rising costs and supply chain disruptions to leveraging a USDA-funded cooperative agreement, this episode highlights the transformative steps being taken to support healthier, more sustainable school meal programs. Learn how innovative approaches are reshaping school food systems and how your district can benefit.Contact School Business Insider:Check us out on social media:LinkedInTwitter (X)Website: https://asbointl.org/SBIEmail: [email protected] sure to like, subscribe and share for more great insider episodes!Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Association of School Business Officials International. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. The "ASBO International" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. The presence of any advertising does not endorse, or imply endorsement of, any products or services by ASBO International.ASBO International is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, nonpartisan organization and does not participate or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of, or in opposition to, any candidate for elective public office. The sharing of news or information concerning public policy issues or political campaigns and candidates are not, and should not be construed as, endorsements by ASBO International....