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Mich. university aims to privatize foodservice to cut costs

In an effort to cut costs, Eastern Michigan University is looking to contract a foodservice vendor.

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Criticism mounts over proposal to restrict free-lunch program in schools

Public pushback is escalating over a less-publicized proposal in Congress that would make it harder for schools in high-poverty areas to offer free breakfast and lunch to all of their students.

Proposed changes to the state's free school breakfast program could cut off nearly 16,000 students, according to an advocacy group.

Stations where students can add flavor and customize their meals represent a very effective way for operators to keep engagement levels high.

Officials expect the resident farmer will quadruple the production of the garden, which supplies produce for the hospital's on-site restaurant.

FSDs have more than just administrators to answer to when it comes to renovation purchases—but that’s not the only news causing sleepless nights this week.

The goal is to turn uneaten produce from the school cafeteria into compost that will be used to grow produce for students’ lunches.

The university's new facility will feature longer hours, as well as more menu and seating options compared to other eateries on campus.

The food truck's menu will reflect what the chef wants to curate each day, officials say.

Cyndi Roberts, manager of food services and clinical nutrition at St. Joseph Memorial Hospital, has staff interaction in the bag—literally. Here’s how she strives to improve relationships and teamwork.

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