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CACFP 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.

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Vegetables in the CACFP ($)

Vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals and fiber to support growing bodies. But getting kids excited about eating them? That’s where strategy and creativity come in. We’ll focus on practical, easy-to-implement ways to serve vegetables in the CACFP meal pattern.

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Fruits in the CACFP ($)

Fruit not only adds color and sweetness to a meal but provides essential nutrients too! Whether fresh, frozen, canned or dried they provide the vitamins and fiber that growing children need.

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Meats & Meat Alternates in the CACFP ($)

Meats and meat alternates provide the protein kids need to grow, stay strong and stay full longer. From chicken and eggs to yogurt and beans, there are plenty of ways to serve protein-packed meals.

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Grains in the CACFP ($)

Grains are a key part of the CACFP meal pattern, providing the energy kids need to learn, play and grow. From whole grain-rich bread to pasta, knowing what counts and how much to serve is essential for meeting meal pattern requirements.

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Milk in the CACFP ($)

Milk is a star player in the CACFP meal pattern. It’s required at breakfast, lunch and supper—and may even make a guest appearance at snack. This nutrient-rich beverage provides essential nutrients that support healthy growth and development in children.

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President’s Budget: Proposed Cuts to Child Nutrition Grants and Training

The White House released the President’s Budget for Fiscal Year 2026, which includes cuts to discretionary spending for Child Nutrition Programs (CNPs). While the budget maintains full funding for Child Nutrition Programs, like the CACFP and SFSP, the cuts to discretionary spending include the Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant and the Institute for Child Nutrition (ICN), a National Ally of NCA.

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