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Research & Analysis

Performance Improvement and Evidence Building

FNS works continuously to achieve its mission by setting goals and utilizing evidence, measurement, and learning to improve results of programs and the effectiveness and efficiency of agency operations in service to the American public.

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The Office of Policy Support (OPS) leads the development and execution of FNS's study and evaluation agenda. This web page is intended to provide program partners, other stakeholders, and the general public access to FNS research.
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SNAP Quality Control Data
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2023 Summer Non-Congregate Meal Service Sponsor Survey
Research Reports
Bringing Local Foods to Students: Achievements and Learnings from USDA Farm to School Grantees
Research Reports
Trends in USDA SNAP Participation Rates: Fiscal Year 2020 and Fiscal Year 2022
Research Reports
2023 Farm to School Census
Research Reports
Fiscal Year 2023 USDA Nutrition Education Coordination Report to Congress
Report to Congress
Understanding How State Agencies Determine SNAP Participants’ Fitness for Work
Research Reports
Clearance Procedures for the Release of Scientific Products
Research and Data
FNS Peer Review Agenda
Research Plans
Current Data Collections
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Considerations for Improving Participant Experiences in the USDA SNAP E&T Programs: Lessons from the SNAP E&T Pilots
Research Reports
Expanding Opportunities and Reducing Barriers to Work: Final Summary Report (Evaluation of SNAP E&T Pilots)
Research Reports
Completed Peer Review Plans and Reports
Research Reports
Farm to School Literature Review
Research Reports
Farm to School Grantee Report (FY 2013-2017)
Research Reports
WIC Special Project Grants
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Demonstration Projects to End Childhood Hunger
Research and Data
Page updated: November 01, 2024