All Alabama Farm to Early Care and Education Coalition programs are empowered to successfully source healthy local foods, build gardens, and offer food and agriculture activities that enrich the quality of early learning experiences for children and support the Alabama food economy.
Spring at the farmers market is full of vibrant colors, fresh flavors, and the excitement of new seasonal produce. It’s the perfect time to get kids involved in meal preparation—starting with selecting their own ingredients at the market! Cooking together helps children develop confidence in the kitchen, explore new flavors, and build a lifelong appreciation for fresh, local food.
March is National Nutrition Month! The theme for this year is “Food Connects Us.” Food is a beautiful way that we can connect to one another through culture and community.
As the temperatures drop and winter settles in, farming may seem like something that only happens in warmer months. But in Alabama, winter farming is just as important as any other season, with farmers growing cold-hardy crops and caring for animals year-round. For early childhood educators, this time of year presents a wonderful opportunity to introduce young children to the world of winter farming and help them understand where their food comes from, even when it’s cold outside.
The Alabama Farm to Early Care and Education Coalition enriches early learning experiences by fostering the implementation of gardens, food education, and farm education activities. The Coalition also works to provide access to healthy foods by supporting local economies and purchasing locally.
The Coalition focuses providing opportunities that consider populations with varying socioeconomic statuses, abilities, and backgrounds.
Coalition members engage different sectors throughout the state to work together to address barriers faced by child care providers in Alabama.
The Farm to ECE Coalition seeks input and guidance from the individuals and groups directly affected by their work.
By utilizing a strengths-based approach, the Coalition keeps the needs and assets of community members a priority when making recommendations and thinking through solutions.
Members of the Coalition will strive to be transparent and communicate clearly about their work with the populations and communities they impact.
The Alabama Farm to Early Care and Education Coalition core values are a vital component of the Coalition’s work. By rooting their work in these core values, the Coalition strives to bring education and resources to every table in the child care field.
Enriching the quality of early learning experiences for children and supporting the Alabama food economy.
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