LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Governor Sanders announced the new Arkansas Plate Initiative, a statewide program connecting schools with local producers.

The initiative aims to provide students with nutritious, locally sourced meals made from Arkansas-grown products.

This is part of Sanders' ongoing efforts to improve health across the state of Arkansas, including applying for funding to improve healthcare and the 'Bell to Bell, No Cell' law.

"Arkansas students deserve access to healthy, nutritious foods at school, and the Arkansas Plate Initiative shows meaningful progress in our effort to improve child nutrition and support our farmers and producers across the state," Governor Sanders said. "Not only will this program give students access to fresh, locally sourced products, but it wi

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