Fruit + Veg Week: 16 - 20 October 2006

During this week students can take part in a range of activities which focus on healthy eating while benefiting from the involvement of fruit and vegetable retailers, local government, parents and the school canteen. For further information contact: Jane Hill Fruit + Veg Coordinator Victorian Home Economics and Textiles Teachers' Association (VHETTA) Tel: (61 3) 9888 2240

Child nutrition
Fruit + Veg program

The aim of the Fruit + Veg Program is to increase the consumption of fruit and vegetables by primary school children and their families.

To find out more about the program select from the information below:

• About the Fruit + Veg program
  Background and program objectives.

• Healthy eating
  Resources and recipes to inspire children to eat healthier.

• School involvement
  Suggested activities for promoting healthy eating in schools and community groups.

• Resources
  Kits, recipes, posters, stickers and brochures.

• Canteens
  Healthy eating information and ideas for school canteens.

• Schools and Fruit and Veg retailers
  Ideas for teachers, school canteens and retailers to work together in increasing the consumption of vegetables and fruit.

• Links
  Other web resources for healthy eating and promoting healthy lifestyles.