They say you are what you eat and in order to make sure students in Florida are getting a healthier start while at school, there's a new initiative that's linking local farmers with school districts.

Organizers say the "Farm to School program is a win-win for everyone.

Students will get fresh fruits and vegetables, local farmers will be able to boost their business and school districts will save money because they'll pay less in transportation costs.

"And frankly you can go another step further and say less of a carbon footprint because obviously vehicles create pollution and if you've got less transportation, you're reducing your carbon footprint,' says Liz Compton of Florida Agricultural and Consumer Services.

So far 48 schools have signed up within Florida to be apart of the campaign.

If you'd like more information you can go to:
http://florida-agriculture.com/farmtoschool/