Requires school meal service providers to give purchasing preference to foods produced by in-State farmers and other food producers located within State borders or within 100 miles of destination school.
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Overview
This bill requires New Jersey’s school meal service providers to prioritize purchasing food from farmers and producers located within the state or within 100 miles of the school. It aims to support local agriculture and food systems by giving preference to in-state food sources. The bill builds upon existing federal programs like the Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement Program. It establishes geographic preference requirements for food purchases and mandates record-keeping to ensure compliance.
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