The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in San Antonio, TX is a flagship nutrition education program funded by the USDA's Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service. Since 1969, they have been providing food and nutrition education to vulnerable limited-resource families and youth in ten counties across Texas, including Bexar, Cameron, Dallas, El Paso, Fort Bend, Harris, Hidalgo, Nueces, Tarrant, Travis, and Willacy. Their trained educators teach basic nutrition, food safety, shopping on a budget, and food preparation skills using hands-on activities and practical materials.
The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service offers resources and skills to improve the health of individuals and families, save money at the store, and provide basic nutrition tips. With diverse materials and educators who can serve both English and Spanish audiences, EFNEP conducts nutrition education classes in person or at a distance for adults and youth. Supported by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture, EFNEP aims to make learning fun for kids and provides valuable tips for a heartful and healthy lifestyle.
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