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Comment Request - 2027 Farm to School Census
Basic page SNAP and the Thrifty Food Plan

SNAP benefit amounts are updated each year based on the cost of the Thrifty Food Plan in June and take effect on Oct. 1. The Thrifty Food Plan is the cost of groceries needed to provide a healthy, budget-conscious diet for a family of four.

11/21/2022
Basic page Revisions to the WIC Food Package

 Actions leading up to the 2024 final rule: Revisions to the WIC Food packages.

11/17/2022
Resource | Technical Assistance Celebrating the Flavors of School Meals

See how states are using fiscal year 2021 Team Nutrition Training Grants to develop new school meal recipes reflecting local foods and cultures.

10/13/2022
Resource | Technical Assistance Crediting Milk in Child Nutrition Programs Tip Sheet

The milk tip sheet is designed for program operators as a handy and easy-to-use reference on how to credit milk into the meal pattern requirements.  

10/07/2022
Resource | Technical Assistance Communicating with the School Community to Create a Culture of Food Safety

The following tips are intended to get you thinking about ways to engage partners in creating a culture of food safety. 

09/19/2022
Resource | Technical Assistance Why Does the Action Guide Matter

The safety of the food you serve is a top priority. You want foods served through child nutrition programs to contribute to students’ learning and well-being; you don’t want them to cause harm.

09/19/2022
Resource | Technical Assistance The Truth About Snacking and Sodium
08/18/2022
Basic page Consumer Food Safety Resources

Are you looking for food safety resources as a consumer? Feel free to check out the resources included below for answers to some common food safety questions. 

08/16/2022
Resource | Toolkits Local School Wellness Policies

Use these materials to bring your school community together to create strong school environments that support students’ growth, learning, and well-being. 

08/15/2022
Resource | Technical Assistance A Guide to Smart Snacks in School

A helpful resource for anyone managing school vending machines, fundraisers, or snack bars to better understand the smart snacks standards.

08/04/2022
Page updated: October 14, 2021