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How Boeing's FSD is making the right choices for diners

 By Laura Van Wert on Dec. 15, 2015

Meg Clark, foodservice administrator for Boeing, has increased purchases of healthy items by 9 percent under Boeing's Well Being Initiative.

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Ag groups call on USDA to strengthen NSLP’s buy-domestic provision

By Bianca N. Herron on Dec. 09, 2015

Fifty organizations sent a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, urging him to strengthen enforcement of the Buy American provision.

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Stanford shifts to 100% antibiotic-free and halal chicken

By Bianca N. Herron on Dec. 09, 2015

The university estimates it will buy 180,000 pounds per year.

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School district pledges to buy locally after drawing heat for international purchase

By FSD Staff on Dec. 09, 2015

An official of the Sacramento City Unified School District says steps have been taken to avert future lapses from its farm-to-school commitment.

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Urban schools plot demise of the spork

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 01, 2015

They have the purchasing might to force down the price of alternatives, and are set to use it next year.

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Michigan schools test healthy vending machines

By FSD Staff on Nov. 24, 2015

Officials say the machines are an alternative to offer such options as salads, yogurts and sandwiches outside of cafeteria hours.

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Raise the flavor profile, not the beef spend

By Lindsey Ramsey on Jun. 15, 2015

Four operator tips for creating main dishes that sizzle on a dime.

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University of Kentucky buying more local beef

May 28, 2015

Under a new agreement, UK will increase its purchase of beef from local producers to 30 head per week, from 3.

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Hummus to remain at UC-Riverside

May 28, 2015

The school reversed its decision to remove a branded hummus from the cafeteria. A group of students had demanded the product be dropped because of allegations the supplier had connections to the Israeli army.

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Five takeaways from the NAFEM Show floor

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 23, 2015

The National Association of Foodservice Equipment Manufacturers Show got underway with 500-plus exhibitors touting their goods. Here are the top 5 trends.

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