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Sweet Changes Ahead: Preparing for CACFP’s New Sugar Rules
Beginning October 1, 2025, the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) will implement new regulations requiring limits on added sugars in breakfast cereals and yogurts served in child and adult care settings.
Read MoreWhite House Releases Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy
On September 9, 2025, the White House released the Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy Report which outlines actions of the executive branch to address the childhood chronic disease crisis.
Read MoreSeptember Virtual Events
Get a rundown on all things happening at NCA this month!
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute Reminder
These regulations will go into effect in the CACFP, starting October 1, 2025.
Read MoreFive 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).
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