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Meal Pattern Minute: Almond Milk as a Fluid Milk Substitute
Is almond milk reimbursable in the CACFP? Between dairy allergies and dietary preferences, it’s a popular beverage, so we’re not surprised you want to know!
Read MoreActivity Inspiration: Car Show
Has low energy or the hum-drums been pumping the breaks on your activity time? Rev up the fun with this Car Show game! All you need are your kids and some chalk or painter’s tape.
Read MoreNCA Condemns Groups Charged with Conspiracy, Fraud Against Nutrition Programs
The National CACFP Sponsors Association (NCA) unequivocally condemns the fraud that Minnesota group Feeding Our Future, and affiliated entities, allegedly committed against federal child nutrition programs.
Read MoreSurvey Review: 2021 National Farm to Early Care and Education Survey
This is a broad overview of the newly published findings of the 2021 study conducted by the National Farm to School Network and Michigan State University’s Center for Regional Food Systems. Read the complete report for an in-depth look at their findings.
Read MoreActivity Inspiration: Act Out the Water Cycle
It can often be challenging to get kids to drink the right amount of water they need throughout the day. This fun STEM activity pairs well with a science lesson and encourages interest in drinking water too! Enjoy!
Read MoreCACFP Inspire: Derek Sego of Sunshine Academy
Sunshine Academy is a preschool and daycare with three locations in Utah and the CACFP at its heart. Overseeing it all is Derek Sego.
Read MoreFinal Rule: Streamlining Program Requirements and Improving Integrity in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)
Food and Nutrition Service amended the regulations of the Summer Food Service Program in September 2022 to strengthen program integrity and streamline program administration. The final rule codifies changes that will simplify the application process, enhance monitoring requirements, clarify existing requirements, and provide more discretion at the state agency level to manage program operations.
Read MoreCACFP Saturday Summit
Looking for training but too busy to fit it in during the week? Join us on a Saturday for continuing education specially designed for CACFP child care providers, center staff, and the Head Start community.
Read MoreMyPlate and FNS Resources for Hispanic Heritage Month
USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service and MyPlate are highlighting resources available in Spanish, sharing cultural food traditions for Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 through October 15.
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Crediting Popcorn
You want to include popcorn for your menu, but is it reimbursable as a vegetable in the CACFP? The answer may surprise you.
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