Transforming School Nutrition: A Conversation with Miguel Villarreal

In this episode, Miguel Villarreal, co-executive director of the National Farm to School Network, explains the importance of improving school nutrition and the challenges faced in advocating for better food systems. Miguel shares his personal journey from a farm worker to a nutrition advocate, emphasizing the need for community engagement and collaboration between educators and food service programs; emphasizes the impact of funding cuts on school nutrition initiatives; and encourages listeners to get involved in promoting healthier food options for children.