Food Innovations
Project Abstract
For this project, I was challenged to develop a snack line using hyperlocal ingredients, meet school nutritional guidelines and use sustainable packaging. I am originally from Scott County, Kentucky where I researched locally available fruits, vegetables, and food products to determine the best option. I selected whole wheat flour from Weisenberger Mills and created vegetable-based muffins using sweet potatoes and zucchini, chosen for their nutritional benefits. To go over the top I also used locally sourced honey to replace sugar to meet school guidelines. This project emphasized both health and sustainability through thoughtful ingredient selection. As a result of my work, I earned first place and a gold medal at the FCCLA State Leadership Conference, qualifying me to advance to the National competition in Washington, D.C.
Conference Details
Family Career Community Leaders of America National Leadership Conference. https://fcclainc.org/attend/national-leadership-conference
July 6-10, Family Career Community Leaders of America.
Funding Type
Travel Grant
Academic College
College of Education & Human Services
Area/Major/Minor
CTE/ Family and Consumer Science Ed
Degree
Bachelor of Science
Classification
Junior
Name
Mrs. Lauren Williams
Academic College
College of Education & Human Services
Recommended Citation
Williams, Haley G., "Food Innovations" (2026). ORCA Travel & Research Grants. 248.
https://digitalcommons.murraystate.edu/orcagrants/248