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Resource | Guidance Documents SNAP Retailer Notice: Stocking Standards Calculator

Earlier this year, we published updates to the stocking standards required for most retailers authorized to accept SNAP benefits. Does your store meet updated SNAP stocking standards? A new tool can help you check.

09/23/2026
Basic page SNAP Stocking Standards Calculator

This calculator is a tool to help retailers plan how to meet the new stocking standards. FNA's Office of Retailer Operations and Compliance will make the official determination about whether a store meets these requirements.

09/22/2026
Resource | Guidance Documents SNAP Retailer Notice: New Guidance on How to Meet the Updated Staple Food Stocking Standards

Earlier this year, we published updates to the stocking standards required for most retailers authorized to accept SNAP benefits. Starting on November 4, 2026, retailers must comply with these standards or risk losing their ability to accept SNAP.

09/04/2026
Basic page Sample Pathways to Compliance with the New SNAP Stocking Standards

This page includes sample stocking lists a retailer could follow to comply with the updated stocking standards that go into effect on Nov. 4, 2026. These examples are illustrative, not comprehensive.

09/04/2026
Resource | Guidance Documents SNAP Fraud Prevention: Strengthening Safeguards for Third Party Processors

We urge each third party processor to take proactive steps that support SNAP integrity and protect taxpayer dollars.

09/02/2026
Resource | Guidance Documents SNAP Retailer Notice: EBT Chip and Tap Cards are Coming Soon

Retailer notice that SNAP EBT chip and tap cards will be rolling out soon in various states. As states plan to add chip and tap functionality to SNAP EBT cards, it is imperative that retailer point of sale devices be updated to successfully read these cards to ensure SNAP cardholders can redeem their SNAP benefits at their store.

08/14/2026
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Under the leadership of President Trump, Vice President Vance, and Secretary Rollins, we are steadfast in ensuring every program operates with uncompromising integrity and accountability, with a relentless focus on serving eligible participants in need with efficiency, all while respecting the generosity of the American taxpayer.

07/01/2026
Data Visualization
SNAP Retailer Management Year End Summary FY 2025

This dashboard was created to share information about Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program retailer participation during fiscal year 2025. 

07/01/2026
Resource | Technical Assistance Product Formulation Statement Guidance and Templates for Food Manufacturers/Industry

Product Formulation Statement templates and samples for demonstrating how a food product may contribute to the meal pattern requirements in USDA child nutrition programs.

06/09/2026
Basic page CN Labeling Guidance for Food Manufacturers/Industry

The child nutrition label provides a way for a manufacturer to demonstrate how a food product may contribute to the meal pattern requirements in child nutrition programs.

06/08/2026
Page updated: June 02, 2026