FNS Documents & Resources

USDA Foods from Farm to Plate e-letters feature resources, news, and best practices, rotating our monthly focus between a trio of program-specific e-letters.

The Dirt is the Patrick Leahy Farm to School program monthly e-newsletter with updates, webinar info, relevant news, and field notes. 

This webinar is intended for incoming 2023 Farm to School Grantees and was recorded Aug.9, 2023.

This webinar provided an overview of the USDA Foods Processing program and shared some tips on how to effectively manage USDA Foods diverted to processors.

Webinar intended for 2021 Farm to School Grantees covering baseline, progress and financial reporting.

Basic Guidelines for SNAP Retailers video.  This video explains how to prepare your store to accept SNAP benefits, including training requirements for everyone who works in your store, and describes how SNAP benefits can and cannot be used.

Information for Cashiers When Accepting SNAP Benefits video. This video provides an overview of SNAP for people who work in SNAP-authorized stores, describes the steps for a successful SNAP EBT purchase, and explains the Dos and DON'Ts of the program. 

SNAP Transactions and Payment video.  This video explains how you can obtain equipment for accepting SNAP benefits, and how you'll receive payment for a SNAP purchase.

SNAP Retailer Authorization video.  This video explains how you can apply to accept SNAP benefits and what you can expect during the eligibility process.