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Resource | Guidance Documents | FNS-GD-2013-0024 El virus estomacal

El virus estomacal: lo que el personal de la escuela debe saber

09/07/2023
Resource | Fact Sheets Food Safety Information and Resources for the Farm to School Community

This fact sheet outlines a number of additional resources for those seeking to directly purchase or raise food products for school nutrition programs.

FNS-943
08/29/2023
Resource | Fact Sheets Food Safety Frequently Asked Questions

"Food Safety Frequently Asked Questions: The Food Safety Modernization Act and its Impact on Farm to School Activities": This document includes common questions related to food safety when purchasing locally grown and raised food products directly from producers as well as food safety considerations for edible campus gardens.

FNS-942
08/29/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance Conducting a Mock Recall of Produce in a School Nutrition Operation

This mock recall resource provides instruction on how to practice conducting a school district-wide recall of fresh produce.

08/17/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance Handling Fresh Produce on Salad Bars

Handling fresh produce on salad bars includes information for preparation and set up, temperature control, supervision and clean up.

08/07/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance Handling Fresh Produce in Classrooms

Information about handling fresh produce in classrooms, for both school nutrition staff and teachers and aids.

08/07/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance Food Safety Practices to Expect from Your Fresh Produce Distributor

Use this information to determine if a potential or current supplier is a reputable source of fresh produce for your school nutrition program.

08/07/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance Verifying Farm Food Safety

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.

08/07/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance Food Safety Tips for School Gardens

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.

08/07/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance Best Practices for Handling Fresh Produce in Schools

Best practices associated with handling fresh produce in schools, including information on purchasing and receiving, washing and preparation, hand hygiene, serving, and storage of fresh produce. Also includes recommendations for specific fruits and vegetables. 

08/07/2023
Page updated: October 14, 2021