Calls for public comment on revision of the food guidance system
Washington, DC – July 12, 2004
The U.S. Department of Agriculture today called for public comment via a Federal Register notice on the proposed Food Guidance System, currently known as the Food Guide Pyramid.  In addition, USDA announced a public stakeholder meeting, Aug. 19, where the public can express their views on same. See press release for details.

USDA calls for public comments for technical support data for Food Guide Pyramid (PDF 41 KB)
Washington, DC - Sept. 10, 2003
The U.S. Department of Agriculture today called for public comments on proposed revisions to the daily food intake patterns that serve as the technical basis for the Food Guide Pyramid.

USDA Supports 5 A Day for Better Health (PDF 632 KB)
Washington, DC - April 25, 2002
Secretaries Ann Veneman, USDA, and Tommy Thompson, DHHS, jointly announced, April 25, 2002, the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between agencies of their respective departments supporting the 5 A Day for Better Health campaign which encourages the increased consumption of fruits and vegetables.

USDA Releases New Recipe Book for Healthy, Thrifty Meals
Washington, DC - May 16, 2000
The U.S. Department of Agriculture today released a new menu and recipe book, Recipes and Tips for Healthy, Thrifty Meals, designed for anyone who wants to eat a healthy diet that meets federal dietary guidance at minimal cost.

USDA Releases Studies of New Thrifty Food Plan, Nutritional Status of WIC Participants
Washington, DC - Aug. 19, 1999
The U.S. Department of Agriculture today released two studies on USDA's nutrition assistance programs: the new Thrifty Food Plan (TFP), 1999, which has a direct impact on the Food Stamp Program, and the Review of the Nutritional Status of WIC Participants.

USDA Unveils Food Guide Pyramid For Young Children
Washington, DC - March 25, 1999
Agriculture Secretary Dan Glickman today unveiled USDA's new Food Guide Pyramid for Young Children at the Washington DC Capital Children's Museum.

Nutrition Information the Key to Better Diet, Better Health
Washington, DC - May 15, 1998
Women generally have more healthful diets than men. Older people generally have more healthful diets than younger people. Those with more schooling generally have more healthful diets than those with less schooling.

Nutrient Content of the U.S. Food Supply Released By The USDA Center For Nutrition Policy And Promotion
Washington, DC - Jan. 22, 1998
Agriculture Under Secretary Shirley Watkins today announced the publication and release of the Nutrient Content of the U.S. Food Supply, 1909-94 which was prepared by the USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion and presents historical data on the nutrient content of the U.S. food supply through 1994.