Biden administration seeking to modernize nutrition and health policy 09.13.2022 By Keith Nunes The Biden administration is seeking ideas to end hunger and increase healthy eating and physical activity by 2030.Read More
Special school meal funding announced by USDA 12.20.2021 By Josh Sosland Meant to keep programs strong amid supply chain challenges.Read More
USDA extends free meal program through June 2021 10.13.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The Ag Secretary previously extended the waiver until the end of this year.Read More
Pandemic has parents packing more school lunches 10.12.2020 By Jeff Gelski Study shows increased use of pre-packaged snacks among US, UK parents.Read More
Finding ways to feed children during the pandemic 09.02.2020 By Jay Sjerven Program flexibilities enable anti-hunger efforts.Read More
Coronavirus disrupting USDA school meal programs 08.06.2020 By Ron Sterk Delayed openings, study from home add uncertainty as school year begins.Read More
Revised school nutrition standards struck down in court 04.16.2020 By Keith Nunes Ruling finds the USDA did not properly follow the Administrative Procedure Act.Read More
USDA works to ensure school meal programs continue during pandemic 03.18.2020 By Joel Crews The comment period for proposed reforms to increase flexibility was extended by 30 days.Read More
U.S.D.A. targets school food waste in proposed rule 01.22.2020 By Jay Sjerven Requirements pertaining to fruits and vegetables would be loosened.Read More
Chickenless nuggets coming to school cafeterias 05.08.2019 By Monica Watrous Don Lee Farms introduces plant-based options for School Lunch Program.Read More