Check out this database to access vendor-specific product information for all direct delivered USDA Foods for the National School Lunch Program.
Each Action Sheet addresses a specific area of food safety by providing you with background information, action steps that will help you build your framework, and resources for the in-depth information you will need to develop or strengthen that area.
The Food Safety team develops education, instruction and technical assistance resources for individuals working in federally funded nutrition assistance programs such as the NSLP, SBP, CACFP, and SFSP.
The USDA, FDA, and other federal partners continue to work diligently to protect the health infants who are fed using infant formula.
This mock recall resource provides instruction on how to practice conducting a school district-wide recall of fresh produce.
Handling fresh produce on salad bars includes information for preparation and set up, temperature control, supervision and clean up.
Information about handling fresh produce in classrooms, for both school nutrition staff and teachers and aids.
Use this information to determine if a potential or current supplier is a reputable source of fresh produce for your school nutrition program.
Child Nutrition program operators may want to visit a farm before purchasing produce. During a visit, you can observe and ask questions about produce handling and food safety practices.
Information about food safety issues in school gardens. Includes topics such as site selection, materials, and water use; chemical and fertilizer use; compost and manure use; growing and harvesting produce; using school garden produce in your school meals program and addressing community donations.