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Boston Public Schools: A Local Procurement Success Story!
Boston Public Schools: A Local Procurement Success Story! Melissa Motejunas, director of sales and marketing Hey friends! Boston Public Schools (BPS) is a shining example of how local food sourcing can positively impact both schools and communities. By partnering with Harvesting Good, BPS has successfully integrated locally sourced frozen broccoli florets into its year-round meal…
Serving Up Quality with a Local Twist
Back to School: Serving up quality with a local twist! As we dive into the new school year, it’s all about bringing the best to our students’ plates! We’re on a mission to make every meal in our cafeterias a tasty, nutritious celebration. And what better way to do that than by embracing local procurement…
Back to School with Broccoli
Back to School with Broccoli: Nutritious Lunchbox Ideas for Kids As the new school year kicks off, parents everywhere are gearing up for the daily challenge of packing healthy and appetizing lunches their kids will actually eat. Broccoli is a nutritional powerhouse. It looks like a tree (who doesn’t love that?!) and is packed with…
Save Time and Eat Healthy
Save Time and Eat Healthy: How Frozen Produce Transforms Meals We understand that juggling family life can sometimes be challenging. Between work, school, and extracurricular activities, finding time to prepare nutritious meals is hard. That’s where frozen produce comes in – especially our nutrient-rich frozen broccoli. It is convenient, versatile, and just as healthy as…
Setting Sail
Setting Sail for K-12 Nourishment Let’s navigate the local food procurement waters with a compass set towards our K-12 treasure islands. Ready your maps and spyglasses—we’re setting sail to bring local bounty to our schools’ doorsteps! Our journey focuses on the bountiful lands of New England, rich in local produce and community spirit, aiming to…
Five Benefits of Sourcing Local for School Programs
Five Benefits of Sourcing Local Foods for School Programs We’re passionate about the power of sourcing local foods, especially when feeding our children in schools. It’s not just about providing fresh, nutritious food – it’s about building a healthier, more sustainable future for our communities. Here’s why local sourcing is a game-changer for school programs.…
The Power of Transparency
The Power of Transparency: How Harvesting Good Ensures a Traceable Supply Chain At Harvesting Good, our values stem from food banking. Knowing where your food comes from and how it’s produced should be a given, not a privilege. Transparency is at the heart of what we do, and we want to take you behind the…
The Power of Locally Grown Produce
The Power of Locally Grown Produce: Reducing Your Carbon Footprint The importance of sourcing locally cannot be overstated in a world where the carbon footprint of our food choices looms large. We take pride in our roots firmly planted in the fertile soil of our home state of Maine. By choosing locally-grown produce over options…
What exactly does blanching do? How do we do it on such a massive scale?
What exactly does blanching do? How do we do it on such a massive scale? Let’s talk about freezing food—broccoli specifically! Have you ever wondered how frozen broccoli keeps its vibrant color and nutrients intact? It’s all about blanching, a cooking technique that works wonders. Broccoli straight from the farm needs a little spa treatment…
