Events, Trainings and Resources
Interested in food production? Click the link in the title above to apply to join a virtual exploratory task force hosted by the Institute of Child Nutrition. Help identify the needs and best practices for food production in the CACFP for the development of instructional resources!
Don’t miss out - May was National Food Allergy Awareness Month! Food Allergy awareness is a critical part of food safety. Explore food safety resources, like food allergy fact sheets and safety videos, linked on SquareMeals!
USDA has provided clarification that Dole Wiggles Fruit Juice Gels do not meet the definition of "gelatin" and thus may be creditable in the Child Nutrition Programs. However, because the product is labeled as being made in Thailand, school food authorities must ensure that these fruit gels are only procured if the purchase meets the limited exception criteria of the Buy American provision.
Crediting Grains in the Child Nutrition Programs Tip Sheets are the last three in the series of seven tip sheets. They provide guidance on crediting grains in a quick reference format for Program operators across all Child Nutrition Programs. Each tip sheet has its own question-and-answer section.