FSD Update

Operations

University opens allergen-focused pantry in dining hall

Students can pay for food in The Nest using their meal swipes.

Operations

NJ district rolls out No Foam Cafeteria Zone

The district hopes to reduce the waste it sends to landfills, as well as the nearly $140,000 it pays per year to have its trash hauled away.

The measure will create varying rates increasing by different amounts in different areas.

The increase will phase in starting Jan. 1.

Michigan State University is beefing up chef training with an 18-month program.

Clarkson University students are protesting what they deem poor food quality and high prices.

The kitchens save nearly $230,000 per participating school, officials say.

The goal is to shift away from meat-centric menus, officials say.

Local sourcing is in high demand, but it can present challenges to foodservice directors. Experts in the field share six tips for meeting these challenges.

The program did not appear to boost students’ academic achievement, despite advocates’ hopes, officials say.

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