Check out this database to access vendor-specific product information for all direct delivered USDA Foods for the National School Lunch Program.
This factsheet explains how USDA Foods support the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the school meal pattern requirements to make it easier for schools to prepare healthy meals using local foods.
A compilation of resources for operators of USDA Foods in Schools and child nutrition programs.
Form FNS-674 is used to request access to the USDA Food Program Reporting System (FPRS).
USDA Food and Nutrition Service policy memo SP 26-2013, "Extending Flexibility in the Meat/Meat Alternate and Grains Maximums for School Year 2013-14" extends the flexibility regarding Meat/Meat Alternate (M/MA) maximums for SY 2013-13, allowing state agencies to assess compliance based on the minimum daily and weekly serving requirements only.
The purpose of this memorandum is to implement a provision affecting mandatory direct certification for children in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program households.
Form FNS-101: Participation in Food Programs - by Race
Form FNS-667 is used by state agencies to report use of TEFAP administrative funds.
Form FNS-57 is used by consignees to report overages and shortages in a shipment and commodities damaged in transit.
The Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act of 2004 allows children to be certified as eligible for free meals under the NSLP and the SBP based on participation in other programs authorized under the Food Stamp Act of 1977, as amended. No further application by the child’s household is necessary.