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August 25, 2026

Congratulations to These CACFP Professionals

We're proud to recognize those who have earned a CACFP professional designation. These professionals stand out for their commitment and expertise. If you're looking to elevate your work, it's time to pursue your CMP or CCNP. You may already qualify!

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Try Local Foods for National Farm to CACFP Week

National Farm to CACFP Week is coming up on October 18-24! Download our free activity pages and visit our website to learn more about how you can celebrate. You can also try out one of our featured recipes adapted from Chickasaw Nation Nutrition Services, which can also be used to celebrate National Catfish Month in August.

· Recipe: Cajun Catfish

· Learn More About Farm to CACFP Week

· Free Farm to CACFP Activity Pages

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Farm to CACFP Course: Little Sprouts, Big Lessons

Nutrition and agriculture education are part of the three core elements of Farm to ECE. Check out this course in the Learning Center to explore fun and engaging activity ideas, along with best practices for bringing food-based learning into your early childhood program.

· Watch in the Learning Center

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Want to Learn More About How to Celebrate?

Chances are, you're already doing something that ties into Farm to CACFP. Join us for a free webinar on Thursday, September 10, to discover ways to grow your participation while accessing fresh ideas and resources for even more inspiration.

· Register for Free Webinar

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Member Showcase

Tammy Urich serves as the CACFP Coordinator at Butte 4-C's, which is a sponsor of 94 family and group child care homes in Southwest Montana. She credits her "being in the trenches as a child care provider" as a valuable tool in building rapport with other providers under her sponsorship, and she has been able to form genuine connections through her work.

· Get to Know Tammy

Industry Partner Spotlight

Smucker Away from Home brings foodservice pros the brands your kitchens already trust and kids already love: Smucker's® , Uncrustables® and Jif® . For CACFP operators, that means easy breakfast condiments, grab-and-go options like Uncrustables® for busy mornings or snack time, and shelf-stable ingredients that speed up back-of-house prep without sacrificing quality. One portfolio, built for the consistency child care and adult care providers count on.

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