# Queensland school nutrition initiatives

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/queensland-school-nutrition-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-09-29T03:52:50.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The Pick of the Crop initiative, led by Health and Wellbeing Queensland, has expanded its reach to schools across the state, including the Darling Downs and North Queensland. Since its launch in 2021, the program has reached 300 schools and over 70,000 students by integrating kitchen, garden, and curriculum activities to teach students about fresh produce.

Regional coordinators work with state schools to implement customized action plans involving gardening, classroom learning, and connections to growers. Dr. Robyn Littlewood, Chief Executive of Health and Wellbeing Queensland, stated that the program aims to support schools in creating a positive food culture and building healthy eating habits from an early age.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-29: Pick of the Crop initiative expands across Queensland schools

Health and Wellbeing Queensland’s Pick of the Crop initiative has expanded across the state, reaching 300 schools and 70,000 students to promote healthy eating through gardening and curriculum activities.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pick-of-the-crop-initiative-expands-across-queensland-schools

### 2026-09-01: Mount Isa PCYC launches community garden for youth nutrition

The PCYC Mount Isa has established a community garden to teach up to 30 local youths weekly about gardening, nutrition, and healthy meal planning through a ‘garden to plate’ educational program.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mount-isa-pcyc-launches-community-garden-for-youth-nutrition

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Cite as: Queensland school nutrition initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/queensland-school-nutrition-initiatives