Specialty 2
Diabetes: Food for Thought ($)
With diabetes continuing to impact millions of children and adults across the country, understanding how nutrition plays a role in prevention and management is more important than ever. Get a foundational overview of the different types of diabetes and explore practical, evidence-based nutrition recommendations to support those living with the condition. Learn actionable insights to support healthy eating for all ages.
Read MoreSweet Changes Ahead: CACFP’s Sugar Rules ($)
Effective October 1, 2025, CACFP regulations are moving to ADDED sugar limits for breakfast cereals and yogurts. Be in the know on how to prepare for the transition and calculate the new added sugar limits. Learn what this means for product selection, menu planning, and staying in compliance, so you can confidently serve nutritious meals to children in your care.
Read MoreBuilding Your CACFP Cycle Menu ($)
Menu planning is more than just demonstrating CACFP meal pattern compliance, it’s a tool for staying organized, meeting requirements, and supporting child nutrition. Learn how to create a practical and compliant cycle menu using USDA’s new resources, Let’s Make a Snack and It’s Breakfast Time. Find out what tools and strategies to use to build cycle menus with confidence. Whether you’re new to menu planning or looking to refresh your approach, you’ll walk away with helpful tools and resources to make the process easier and more effective.
Read MoreCooking Up Local Goodness ($)
Discover how to enhance your CACFP menu planning by integrating fresh, locally sourced foods into nutritious and appealing meals. Learn smart strategies for menu development, seasonal planning, and creative ingredient swaps that make the most of local grains, meats, eggs, dairy, fruits, and vegetables.
Read MoreSowing Success: Real Stories & Strategies in Farm to CACFP ($)
We’re bringing together voices from the field to share how Farm to CACFP works in real-world settings. Hear from a provider, sponsoring organization, and State agency as they discuss their journeys, challenges, and best practices for implementing and sustaining local food efforts. Listen to practical insights and inspiring stories to help you grow your own Farm to CACFP operation.
Read MoreSuper Snacks: Power Up Afterschool Supper
When the school day ends and the adventure begins, Super Snack swoops in to save the day! We will walk you through the CACFP supper meal pattern requirements and show you how to create “Super Snacks” that are both creditable and kid-approved. Learn how to build balanced, colorful and exciting meals that meet guidelines and keep children energized after school.
Read MorePractical Strategies for Family Style Dining in CACFP ($)
Family style dining is a meaningful way to support children’s development, promote healthy eating and create a sense of community at meal times.
Read MoreAfterschool Meals Overview NCNC25 ($)
Get an overview of the requirements needed to provide healthy
meals at afterschool sites and to receive financial reimbursement.
Understand the basics of the CACFP and how afterschool programs
can play a crucial role in providing food security for children.
Fun and Flavorful Themed CACFP Menu Planning ($)
Who doesn’t like a good theme? Themed parties, costumes and even menus!
Read MoreCACFP Overview NCNC25 ($)
You’re new-ish to the food program and concepts in the CACFP may not be as foreign
to you, but you’d love to really explore the important areas in the CACFP. Join us as
we review the meal patterns, identify basic program administration and get a refresher
on how reimbursement works in the CACFP.