This final rule - Child Nutrition Programs: Revisions to Meal Patterns Consistent with the 2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans - is the next step in continuing the science-based improvement of school meals and advancing USDA’s commitment to nutrition security.
This webinar gives an overview of the rulemaking process, highlights specific regulatory changes and provisions that impact the school meal programs, and provides information regarding resources for the final rule.
On Oct. 12, 2023, Mathematica and DIR hosted a webinar for all school food authorities (SFAs) and relevant partners who participate in farm to school activity and are working to complete the 2023 Farm to School Census.
This page offers resources to help state agencies, school food authorities, and their partners, prepare for and complete the Farm to School Census.
These resources provide school nutrition professionals with the knowledge and tools to implement and meet the professional standards requirements within their programs.
2023 Farm to School Grants - State Formula Grant Reporting Webinar
Find resources to implement, sustain and maintain your farm to school program.
FNS is aware that schools in multiple states are experiencing milk supply chain challenges related to packaging issues. This memorandum provides state agencies with information about existing authority related to schools and other child nutrition program operators experiencing inadequate milk supply. FNS encourages state agencies to use this authority when needed to support program operators impacted by the current milk packaging challenges.
The 2023 Farm to School Census FAQ addresses common issues for school food authorities responding to the Farm to School Census.