As part of the 2021 International Year of Fruits and Vegetables, the Produce for Better Health Foundation has designated September as National Fruits & Veggies Month.
Fruits and vegetables are available year around as fresh, canned, dried or frozen. Many Americans do not meet the recommended daily intake of produce.
The goal of this promotion is to raise awareness and benefits in eating fruits and vegetables to have a more diversified and well-balanced diet. It also focuses on the problem of food waste and loss associated with the fact that fruits and vegetables are highly perishable.
How can you help promote fruits and veggies? Resources are available to share messages via social media, cooking ideas, learning about produce used in different cultures, or create food challenges.
There are educational resources to help consumers include fruits and vegetables into their daily diet plan, not just during September.
