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Resource | Policy Proposed Information Collection: Generic Clearance To Conduct Formative Research or Development of Nutrition Education and Promotion Materials and Related Tools and Grants for FNS Population Groups

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice invites the general public and other interested parties to comment on a proposed information collection. This collection is an extension of a currently approved collection to conduct research in support of FNS' goal of delivering science-based nutrition education to targeted audiences.

05/29/2025
Resource | Policy Using Federal Funds to Purchase Local Foods

The purpose of this memorandum is to remind schools, sponsors, and institutions participating in any USDA Child Nutrition Program, including the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, Special Milk Program for Children , Child and Adult Care Food Program, Summer Food Service Program, and the Seamless Summer Option , of the many ways they can purchase local foods to serve in program meals.

05/06/2025
Basic page Child Nutrition Database

The Child Nutrition Database is a required part of the nutrient analysis software approved by USDA for use in the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. It is a nutrient database of over 9,000 food items.

12/16/2024
Resource | Training and Outreach MyPlate Grocery Store Bingo

Kids are much more likely to try new foods when they get to take the lead. In this fun game, kids get to pick a new food at the grocery store, taste it, and rate it like a food critic.

12/10/2024
Resource | Technical Assistance 2023 Farm to School Census FAQs

The 2023 Farm to School Census Findings FAQs addresses commonly asked questions about the Farm to School Census.

10/15/2024
Resource | Webinars/Videos Elija el tipo correcto de leche para servir a los niños en el CACFP

Este video muestra cómo los operadores del CACFP pueden encontrar maneras de introducir diferentes tipos de leche a los niños de 1 a 2 años de edad.

10/03/2024
Resource | Training and Outreach Ayude a los niños a aprender a cómo alimentarse por sí mismos

Este video muestra cómo los operadores del CACFP pueden ayudar a los niños de 1 a 2 años a desarrollar habilidades para alimentarse por sí mismos y patrones de alimentación saludables.

09/27/2024
Resource | Webinars/Videos Navegando la Calculadora de la Guía de Compra de Alimentos

Este seminario es en inglés y tiene subtítulos en español. Conozca acerca de la Calculadora FBG, la nueva función incluida con la herramienta interactiva web de la Guía de compra de alimentos para los Programas de Nutrición Infantil titulada, Food Buying Guide (FBG, por sus siglas en inglés).

09/24/2024
Resource | Technical Assistance Consejos para la acreditación de vegetales en los Programas de Nutrición Infantil

Los consejos para los vegetales les ofrecen a los operadores del programa una referencia con información útil y fácil de usar sobre cómo acreditar los vegetales e incorporarlos según los requisitos del patrón de comidas.

09/10/2024
Resource | Grants Farm to School Grantee Progress Reports (2024)

FNS-908 Reporting Forms and the 908 Indicator Keys for 2024 Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant Participants.

09/04/2024
Page updated: October 14, 2021