PHARR – The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District Child Nutrition Department has once again earned recognition from the Texas Department of Agriculture for its exemplary participation in the 2025 Farm Fresh Challenge. The statewide initiative promotes collaboration between schools and Texas farmers and ranchers while increasing student access to fresh, locally sourced foods. This achievement represents the district’s eighth consecutive year of recognition.In a letter to district leadership, the Texas Department of Agriculture commended PSJA ISD for its commitment to expanding the use of Texas-grown products in school cafeterias. During October 2025, participating school food authorities across the state dedicated ...