SOUTHAMPTON - Do you or someone you know have children in school, and do these children participate in a school feeding program? If so, have you ever wondered if these programs are cost-and nutrient-effective? USDA had some questions of its own, says Dairy Council Inc., Southampton, Pa., and in 1979 initiated a formal study of the effects of school nutrition programs on a nationally representative sample of public school students and their parents. Data collected during the 80-81 school year were published in a final report issued in April. It is noteworthy during June Dairy Month to see that this report ik- PAUL B. SELF LOCKING FEED THRU FENCE tchie Study affirms milk’s importance in school programs lists milk as an “important nutritional component of all USDA school nutrition programs.” The report says that “milk’s presence in the meal patterns probably accounts for some of the greater nutrient intakes associated with participation in the school lunch program, and most of the greater intakes associated with participation in the school breakfast program. ’ ’ According to Dairy Council, studies show that student populations do not meet the Required Dietary Allowances (RDA) for calcium, the highest nutrient component of milk and dairy products. One statistic shows that school-age girls over 11 g DuD DuD ED 3 POD Ml DP j "Built To Last” GATE Featuring round corners for safety and strength. Tubing: 1,9” 0.D., 13 Ga. 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The evaluation report points out that because large proportions of the student population do lack necessary nutrients, “the provision of milk as an important source of calcium to students through the school nutrition programs is an important con tribution to maintaining and im proving the health of the nation’s children.” Without dairy products, in fact, it is difficult for children to CUSTOM MADE _ STEEL BARN @ EQUIPMENT GALVANIZED "T" LOOP STALLS With EASY LIFT TRAINING BAR Which Prevents Trapped Cow Problems / Also Available 1 With Hr % . jeavy Duty Cross Over Clamp Full Line Of VENTILATING FANS obtain enough dietary calcium to meet the RDA. In general, the report concludes that the school lunch program, while benefitting substantial numbers of poor students, serves all students; the school breakfast program is found predominately in schools located in low-income areas and serves primarily the poor; and the school lunch program, as judged by the nutrient intake of students, clearly provides meals superior to lunches received by nonparticipants. The vitamins and minerals of milk and dairy products AUTOMATIC CATCH GATE FEATURES • Easily Operated By One Person • Easily Adjustable For All Sizes of Cattle • Operates Lett or Right • Double Link on Doors For Extra Strength ■ One Side Spring Loaded For Extra Safety Lancaster Fanning, Saturday, June 4,1983—821 calcium, vitams, A, Be, Bj2, D, phosphorus, riboflavin, protein, magnesium, panthothenic acid, thiamin, and zinc provide necessary nutrient value, says Dairy Council. Calcium, itself, aids in the buildup of maximum bone density, and scientists and nutritionists agree it is an excellent preventive measure against the formation of osteoporosis an age-related bone disorder. Since people are living longer these days, adequate calcium intake during the school years the development years can have lasting affect in old age. Researcher honored WASHINGTON, D.C. President Ronald Reagan has presented the National Medal of Science to Glenn W. Burton, a research geneticist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricult ural Research Service. A citation from President Reagan read: “Dr. Burton’s out standing contribution to knowledge in the biological sciences have helped to feed the hungry, protect and beautify the en vironment, and provide recreation to millions.” Burton was one of 12 scientists receiving the national medal from the president in ceremonies at the White House. 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Leading a small multidisciplinary team of four scientists at the Coastal Plain Ex periment Station in Tifton, Ga., - Burton pursues a broad research program on plant genetics ranging from held selection to fundamental in vestigations on the nature of inheritance. Terry B. Kinney, Jr., administrator of USDA’s research agency, said one of Burton’s recent developments, a new hybrid grass called Tifton 44, may play a significant role in meeting the food needs of the world’s burgeoning population.
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