This Fall Fruits and Vegetables Wellness Kit will provide you with the tools you need to make the best produce decisions this fall. It can be challenging to know how to pick out the best produce or even what kind of produce is in season. Learn tips on the best ways to cook with the unique flavor and bold colors fall brings to fruits and vegetables. Topics covered in this Wellness Kit include preservation techniques, how to start a fall garden, tips for picking the best fall produce, and an apple guide for picking and eating your favorite apples in a variety of ways.

Learning Objectives:

1. Learn how to pick the best fall produce and different methods for using it

2. Understand the benefits of eating fall fruits and vegetables

3. Learn how to grow your own fall produce and how to preserve it for the winter months

The Kit Includes:

Fall Fruits and Vegetables Guide

Project Plan

Communication Templates

• Leadership Announcement

• Population Announcement

• Week 1-4 Message Board Posts

Four Email Templates

• Email 1: Fall Harvest

• Email 2: Fall Cooking

• Email 3: Fall Harvest Recipes

• Email 4: Fall Meal Prep Tips

Two Articles

• Article 1: Power of Preservation

• Article 2: Starting a Fall Garden

Two Activities

• Activity 1: Fall Garden Challenge

• Activity 2: Preservation Methods Discussion Group

Four Handouts

• Handout 1: Fall Seasonal Produce Guide

• Handout 2: How to Select the Best Produce

• Handout 3: Healthy Ways to Enjoy Apples

• Handout 4: Fall Fruits and Vegetables Calendar

Three Recipe

• Apple Granola Crisp

• Brussels Sprouts Stir-Fry

• Pumpkin Hummus

One Presentation

• Fall Fruits and Vegetables PowerPoint