The USDA Foods in Schools program supports domestic nutrition programs and American agricultural producers through purchases of 100% American-grown and -produced foods for use by schools and institutions participating in the following nutrition programs:
- National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
- Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
- Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)
USDA Food Options
USDA Foods are available to Child Nutrition Programs in three ways: direct delivery, USDA Foods Processing, and the USDA DoD Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. The following resources provide more information on the foods available and the methods of distribution:
- USDA Foods Available List
- USDA Foods Product Information Sheets
- USDA Foods Processing
- USDA DoD Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program
- Pilot Project for Procurement of Unprocessed Fruits and Vegetables
Program Resources
Background information, policy, and resources available for the administration of the Schools/Child Nutrition USDA Foods Programs.
- Schools/Child Nutrition USDA Foods Programs Fact Sheet
- USDA Foods in the NSLP White Paper
- USDA Foods Toolkit for Child Nutrition Programs
- Food Distribution State Contacts
- Policy & Regulations
- USDA Foods Meal Rates
- USDA Foods Complaints
- USDA Foods Hold and Recall Procedures
Show Us Your Tray Photo Contest
Show us how you use USDA Foods proteins, fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy to liven up your school meals.