FNS Documents & Resources

Decision tree to help determine how to get your product considered for USDA Food distribution programs.

List of NPA approved processors for USDA Foods in Schools by school year.  

USDA Foods in Schools product information sheets with description and WBSCM ID for vegetables. 

USDA Foods product information sheets containing USDA Foods description and WBSCM ID for fruits. 

USDA Foods in Schools Foods product information sheets containing USDA Foods description and WBSCM ID for meat/meat alternates. 

Comparison table for CEP proposed rule: current requirements vs. proposed changes.

I'm New to Farm to School is a place full of resources to help you to get your farm to school program growing. 

Comparison Chart: Current Standards vs. Proposed Standards

For children to grow and reach their full potential, it is critical that they have access to nutritious foods and develop lifelong healthy dietary habits.

A local school wellness policy is a written document of official policies that guide a local educational agency (LEA) or school district’s efforts to establish a school environment that promotes students’ health, well-being, and ability to learn by supporting healthy eating and physical activity.