South Dakota Crunch Off 2025

It’s time to crunch! The South Dakota Crunch Off runs from Sept. 15 - Oct. 31, 2025, and celebrates local foods, supports our farmers and ranchers, and encourages more fruits and vegetables in every bite. We have a goal to reach 750,000 crunches among our states (CO, NE, KS, MO, ND, SD, MT), and you can be a part of our effort!

Everyone can join in—schools, childcare centers, businesses, organizations, community groups, and families. The goal is simple: increase fruit and vegetable consumption while celebrating local food and the producers who work hard to feed us.
• Local items (grown or raised locally) count!
    • Fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, popcorn, and meat (beef, poultry, pork, lamb, jerky, sticks, roasts, etc.).
• Liquids do not count (no local juices or milk).
• Local value-added items (like salsa, ice cream, and sauces) do not count as crunch items but can be served as part of an event.

Find out more and register your “Crunch Event”.