A new regulation in Poland guarantees children in schools access to fully plant-based meals based on legumes, marking a significant shift in school nutrition. Plant-based meat and dairy substitutes are now part of school nutrition, with at least one fully plant-based lunch required each week. Legumes are emphasized as a standard component, not an exception, in school meals.

The regulation, set to come into force in September 2026, is seen as a milestone in building the food literacy of young Poles. The move is the result of six years of advocacy and research by organizations like the Green REV Institute and the Safe Food Federation, highlighting the lack of diversity in school menus and the link between meat-heavy diets and childhood obesity. Further activities are planned to strengthen schools and promote plant-based diets in the future.