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
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