A healthy mind resides in a healthy body! Eating healthily significantly reduces the risks of health problems such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity, which has become a real public health problem.
Thus, the Ariège Chamber of Agriculture renews its commitment to the DRAAF by offering to support communities in participating in the “Milk and Fruit at School” program for the 2024-2025 school year. This system, funded by the European Union to the tune of 32.7 million euros per year, aims to promote healthy eating among students in schools, whether public or private under contract with the National Education system.
Up to 10,000 euros in aid
“The program aims to distribute fruits, vegetables, milk and dairy products to students, while raising their awareness of healthier eating habits. By integrating quality products, in particular those labeled under the quality and origin identification mark (SIQO), such as AOC/AOP, IGP, Label Rouge or from organic farming (AB), this system also supports the upgrading of meals served in school canteens,” the chamber explains in a press release.
Therefore, all Ariège producers who contribute to providing the distributions must be approved. As for the municipalities involved in this awareness-raising operation, the aid they receive can reach 10,000 euros.
