Fruits & Veggies Symposium a Sell-Out Success

July 30, 2008

Over 175 professionals attended the NC Fruits & Veggies Nutrition Coalition Symposium, held July 30, 2008, at Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte, NC. The annual symposium attracts NC Fruit & Veggies Nutrition Coalition members and others interested in promoting fruit and vegetable consumption. Read more…

N.C. Fruits & Veggies Star Awards Announced

Posted July 30, 2008

RALEIGH - Thirteen organizations from across the state received awards today for their work in promoting healthy eating with fruits and vegetables.

The N.C. Fruits & Veggies Nutrition Coalition's Fruits & Veggies Star Awards were presented at an annual symposium that provides education and networking for health educators and nutrition professionals. The event was held at at Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte.

The annual awards recognize successful programs in six areas: school district, individual school/child care, worksites, community/civic group, healthcare, and business/other.

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New Fruit & Veggie Nutrition Education Resources for Schools

Posted Friday, January 15, 2008

Ready-to-use lesson Plans, PowerPoint presentations, full-color educational handouts. Learn and download these great resources, plus a whole bunch, more by (clicking here)

New Guide to Bring Produce to Worksites, Places of Worship, and other Settings Released

Posted Friday, November 9, 2007

Eat Smart North Carolina: Bring Fresh Produce to Your Setting was released on Saturday, November 10 at the 22nd Annual Sustainable Agriculture Conference sponsored by the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association. The document, which is produced by the NC Division of Public Health Physical Activity and Nutrition Branch, North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences, Active Living by Design, North Carolina Cooperative Extension, and Center for Environmental Farming Systems, provides information for anyone who would like to have fresh fruits and vegetables available for sale at their worksite, place of worship or neighborhood. [Learn more]

Explore the World with Fruits and Vegetables-- Theme for September 2007 Fruits & Veggies--More Matters Month and beyond

It's time to celebrate by encouraging kids and their parents to enjoy a colorful variety of fruits and vegetables each day. The materials found in this year’s Explore the World with Fruits and Vegetables kit include a coordinator’s guide, brochure, adult and kid recipe cards, interactive worksheets, and posters. While the target audience and promotional ideas target schoolchildren 7-12 years old, activities can be used or adapted for younger or older. To download, visit this page.

2007 NC Fruits & Veggies Star Awards Announced

CHARLOTTE – The winners of the 2007 North Carolina Fruits & Veggies Star Awards were announced on August 8, 2007 by the NC Fruits & Veggies Nutrition Coalition (formerly the NC 5 A Day Coalition) at their annual symposium in Charlotte, North Carolina.

The NC Fruits & Veggies Nutrition Coalition, in collaboration with the N.C. Division of Public Health and other statewide partners, awarded five organizations for their innovative efforts to promote the positive health benefits of eating five or more servings of fruits and vegetables a day.

The annual awards recognize successful programs in three areas: school/child care, worksites and business/other.

The 2007 winners are: [Read the article]

CDC Consumer Fruits and Veggies Tip Sheets

Posted Sunday, April 1, 2007

The first three tip sheets in a series of consumer tip sheets for your use during any fruits and veggies events or activities you may be planning.

• Encourage Kids to Eat More Fruits & Veggies
  Finding creative ways to encourage fruits and vegetables in your child’s diet can be fun for the entire family. 10 ways to help kids each more fruits and veggies. Includes three "kid friendly" recipes.
• Eat More Fruits and Veggies
  See how you can save time, save money, or both as you strive to eat more fruits and veggies as part of a healthy diet. Includes three recipes.
• True or False? Test your fruit and veggie IQ
  Test your knowledge of the benefits of fruits and veggies. Includes three quick recipes.

Who We Are

The mission of the NC Fruits & Veggies Nutrition (formerly 5 A Day) Coalition is to promote better health for all North Carolinians by increasing their fruit and vegetable consumption. Through programs and promotions in supermarkets, schools, restaurants, cafeterias, worksites, health agencies and community groups, North Carolinians learn that eating fruits and veggies not only taste great but are good for their health.

The Physical Activity & Nutrition Branch in the NC Division of Public Health, in conjunction with the NC Fruits & Veggies Nutrition Coalition Steering Committee, provides support for the Coalition. Two hundred and seventy members, representing multiple governmental and industry partners, work collaboratively in spreading the fruit and veggie messages and coordinating activities throughout North Carolina. Membership in the NC Fruits & Veggies Nutrition Coalition is open to any organization or individual wanting to promote this message.

If you would like further information on the NC Fruits & Veggies Nutrition Program or Coalition, please contact the NC Fruit and Vegetable Nutrition Coordinator at nc5aday@ncmail.net. To learn more about the NC Fruit and Vegetable Nutrition Program (formerly 5 A Day), explore the documents below:

If you would like further information on the 5 A Day Program, please contact the NC 5 A Day Coordinator at nc5aday@ncmail.net. To learn more about the NC 5 A Day program, explore the documents below:

NC 5 A Day Program Information
This one pager describes the mission, history, goals and need for the NC 5 A Day Program

2007-2008 NC Fruits & Veggies Nutrition Coalition Membership Application Form
Membership in the NC Fruits & Veggies Nutrition Coalition is free and there are many benefits. To start receiving these benefits, (including access to the Member's Only section of this website), complete this form and return it to the NC Fruits & Veggies Nutrition Program.

NC 5 A Day Strategic Plan

NC 5 A Day Strategic Plan

The North Carolina 5 A Day Program released the NC 5 A Day Strategic Plan (2004-2010) in August 2004. This document outlines the vision, outcomes, guiding principles, goals and objectives for the 5 A Day Program in North Carolina. The Strategic Plan aims to accomplish several objectives categorized under five goal categories: State, Regional and Community Infrastructure; Communications/ Programs; Engaging Industry Partners; Policy/ Advocacy and Environmental Change; and Research and Evaluation. Partners across NC are encouraged to download this document and identify ways that they can incorporate the plan into the work they do in their own organizations. Together, by increasing fruit and vegetable consumption, we will be improving the health of all NC citizens.

5 A Day Coalition Steering Committee Members 2006
Contact list for members of the 2005-2006 NC 5 A Day Coalition Steering Committee.

Information about Fruit and Vegetable Partners

To learn more about the National Fruit and Vegetable Program and the many program partners involved, please visit the following websites:

CDC Fruits and Veggies Website
CDC “Frutas y Verduras” Spanish Website
Produce for Better Health Foundation’s Fruits & Veggies-- More Matters™ Website
Produce for Better Health Foundation’s online fruit and veggie nutrition education catalogue
Dole Nutrition Institute Website

NC Fruits & Veggies Nutrition Coalition

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