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The Farm to School PodcastThe Old Guard, New Ideas: A Farm to School ReunionIn this special episode recorded at the National Farm to Cafeteria Conference in Albuquerque, Michelle and Guest Host Christy Sherding sat down with the “Old Guard” of the Farm to School movement — Leaders whose vision and persistence helped shape school food into what it is today. From Detroit to Minneapolis and beyond, these leaders have spent decades planting seeds of change, building gardens in unexpected places, and transforming cafeterias into classrooms of nourishment and equity. Their stories remind us that innovation often begins with courage, collaboration, and a willingness to challenge the status quo. Join us as we honor their...
2026-01-0547 min
Next Up PodcastLegendary Farm to School | Houston ISD & Cool TropicsThis is a special episode sponsored by Cool Tropics that was recorded at Houston Independent School District with Ms. Betti Wiggins, the Child Nutrition Administrator, Marcus Glenn, Area Manager of Nutrition and Agriculture, and of course our sponsor, Frank Massabni, President and CEO of Cool Tropics.
During this episode, we spoke about the importance of Farm to School programs, what Houston ISD is doing with their 100+ farm sites, and how Cool Tropics is supporting operators and farmers to bring locally grown food to school nutrition programs across the country.
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2023-11-0157 min
BrokeCOVID heightens food insecurityIn 2019, 35 million US Americans experienced food insecurity. Half again as many may go hungry because of the pandemic. We talk with Betti Wiggins, a school nutrition officer in Houston, about changes that can increase food access during (and after) COVID-19.
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2020-10-2829 min
Eating MattersEpisode 146: A School Food HeroVeteran nutrition director Betti Wiggins has been working for almost 30 years to improve school food for urban children. She has been credited with making enormous changes to the quality of school meals served at Detroit Public Schools and is now leading the Houston Independent School District’s nutrition services department, responsible for feeding over 200,000 students every day with ~ $1.00 to spend on food per meal. Through her conversation with host Jenna Liut, you will quickly learn why she is widely regarded as a "school food hero."Join Heritage Radio Network on Monday, November 11th, for a raucous feast to...
2019-10-141h 16