[eric_the_bee]

Here in Notts the local schools authority has reduced its beef intake by using venison two ways, a venison burger and a venison and veg pie in their bi-weekly menu. Do other authorities do this as a healthier replacement to beef, or is it just here?

[degsyhufc]

I would have thought that cost would come before health. Maybe the schools in your area can get a good deal on venison.

I doubt many would.

There would be cheaper alternatives to replace beef.

[Shrike]

I know there's a bit of a glut of venison at the moment, but I doubt its cheaper than beef
Could be to add a bit of variety or maybe someone on the procurement panel also owns a reindeer herd

Surprised no parents have gone running to the papers with their SadFaced child complaining of their kiddies precious childhood being RUINED by being forced to eat Bambi and Rudolf.

[walterwhite]

Seems a strange thing to do. Would like to see what their justification is.

[frankie_baby]

Seems a good thing to do, more variety is always good for a child

[LostFool]

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Originally Posted by degsyhufc

There would be cheaper alternatives to replace beef.

I've always thought that venison was a little dear