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Five Ways to Celebrate Farm to CACFP WeekÂ
This October marks the inaugural Farm to CACFP Week, hosted by the National CACFP Association to celebrate the benefits of connecting child and adult care programs with local foods.
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Juice from Farm Stands
Can juice from a farm stand be served in the CACFP?
Read MoreNational CACFP Association Announces Farm to CACFP Week and Farm to CACFP Boot Camp
The National CACFP Association (NCA) will host National Farm to CACFP Week from October 12–18, 2025, an annual education campaign focused on connecting child and adult care providers with local foods.
Read MoreNCA Response – USDA Reorganization Plan
In July, USDA announced a Department Reorganization Plan which includes the consolidation of the FNS Regional Offices from seven to five hubs over the next two years. NCA has submitted comments to USDA on the reduction in force at the national office, as well as the relocation and reduction in the number of FNS regions.
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Serving Eggs to Infants
At what age can infants eat eggs?
Read MoreNational CACFP Association Reaffirms Commitment to Adult Day Care Providers
The National CACFP Association (NCA) is proud to reaffirm its commitment to supporting adult day care providers who serve older adults and adults with disabilities through the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Sweet Toppings
If sweet toppings are served on pancakes or waffles, is it then considered a grain-based dessert?
Read More2025-2026 Cash In Lieu Value
The USDA has released the cash-in-lieu value of USDA foods for 2025-2026. The value has increased by half a cent.
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Meal Times
Are there any restrictions on when meals and snacks must be served in the CACFP?
Read MoreAdvocate for Sufficient CACFP Reimbursement
USDA published the CACFP reimbursement rates for fiscal year 2025-2026. Although the rates have increased, in most instances, reimbursement still remains too low for providers to sufficiently cover the cost of providing meals.
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