FNS Documents & Resources

Decision tree to help determine how to get your product considered for USDA Food distribution programs.

The average material prices are listed by school year and used by processors participating in the USDA Foods processing program.

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

"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.

See what foods are available for your menus next school year!

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.