Check out this database to access vendor-specific product information for all direct delivered USDA Foods for the National School Lunch Program.
USDA intends to use all available program flexibilities and contingencies to serve our program participants across our 15 nutrition programs. We have already begun to issue waivers to ease program operations and protect the health of participants.
This webinar provided state agencies and school districts instructions on how to navigate the USDA Foods Database to access vendor-specific product information, including nutrients, allergens, ingredients and certifications.
Comparison Chart: Current Standards vs. Proposed Standards
This webinar provided an overview of the USDA Foods Processing program and shared some tips on how to effectively manage USDA Foods diverted to processors.
The Vegetables Tip Sheet is designed for program operators as a handy and easy-to-use reference on how to credit vegetables and incorporate them into the meal pattern requirements.
The Fruits Tip Sheet is designed for program operators as a handy and easy-to-use reference on how to credit fruits and incorporate them into the meal pattern requirements.
These questions and answers provide guidance for recently published transitional standards for milk, whole grains and sodium.
Webinar on transitional rule for state agencies & school food authorities.
A compilation of resources for operators of USDA Foods in Schools and child nutrition programs.