LD1858

Establishes the Local Seafood Fund to match funds for local seafood purchases in schools.

This bill establishes the Local Seafood Fund within the Department of Education to match $1 for every $3 a school administrative unit pays for local seafood purchases. The fund supports seafood grown or harvested in Maine, with standards for processed and value-added products. It also creates a training program for food service employees, emphasizing practical cooking skills and supply chain solutions. The program aims to foster collaboration among school food service programs and encourage the use of local food hubs.