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Resource | Policy Memos Procuring Local Meat, Poultry, Game and Eggs for Child Nutrition Programs

Recently, FNS has received a number of questions related to buying local meat, poultry, game, and eggs; this memorandum seeks to clarify the regulatory requirements related to food safety and answer specific questions related to these products with a series of questions and answers.

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11/20/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance WIC Eligibility Requirements to Bid on State Agency Infant Formula Contracts

This page includes information for vendors who may be interested in bidding on open infant formula state agency rebate contracts. Information on guidance and regulations is included, as well as any contracts open for bids. 

10/02/2023
Resource | Webinars/Videos Supporting Kosher and Halal-Observant Communities Through TEFAP

FNS hosted a webinar to provide state agencies and food banks with information about how TEFAP can support cultural and religious practices around food, particularly those serving kosher and halal observant communities. The webinar featured panelists from state agencies and food banks who have successfully implemented processes to serve these specific communities.

09/13/2023
Resource | Product Information Household Programs USDA Foods Product Information Sheets: Proteins

This page includes links to all the household USDA Foods Product Information Sheets for the protein food group. 

08/31/2023
Resource | Product Information Household Programs USDA Foods Product Information Sheets: Fruits

This page includes links to all the household USDA Foods Product Information Sheets for the fruits food group. 

08/30/2023
Resource | Product Information Household Programs USDA Foods Product Information Sheets: Grains

This page contains links to the household Programs USDA Foods Product Information Sheets in the grains food group. 

08/30/2023
Resource | Webinars/Videos Procurement and Storage Strategies for Kosher Observant TEFAP Participants

FNS hosted a second webinar to provide program stakeholders with additional information on supporting kosher observant communities through TEFAP. 

08/10/2023
Resource | FAQs/Q&As Supporting Kosher and Halal Communities Through TEFAP FAQs

Answers to some of the frequently asked questions about how TEFAP can support cultural and religious practices around food, particularly those serving kosher and halal observant communities.

06/15/2023
Resource | Fact Sheets Selling Local Food to Schools: A Resource for Producers

This factsheet reviews best practices for producers to learn about how to sell local food to schools.

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03/14/2023
Resource | Webinars/Videos USDA Foods in Schools Ordering and Purchase Update Webinar

This webinar provided state agencies with information about USDA Foods ordering and procurement processes.

10/17/2022
Page updated: October 14, 2021