FNS Documents & Resources

USDA is committed to providing nutrition assistance to hard-hit families across the country due to the coronavirus pandemic. In support of President Biden’s call to action on hunger, USDA announced that it is increasing the Pandemic EBT benefit by approximately 15 percent, providing more money for low-income families and millions of children missing meals due to school and child care closures.

The 2023 Farm to School Census FAQ addresses common issues for school food authorities responding to the Farm to School Census. 

"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.

Progress reports for each of the Farm to School Grants awarded in 2021.

Progress reports for each of the Farm to School Grants awarded in 2022.

Here you will find samples of interim progress reports for each of the three types Farm to School Grants issued in 2020; the state, planning, and implementation grants.

FNS-525 State Administrative Expense Funds Reallocation Report

Form FNS-10 Report of School Program Operations

FNS is releasing new guidance today to assist states in the development of Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) plans for the summer of 2023. The guidance consists of a Q&A document and a summer P-EBT plan template.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Farm to School Grant