Posts Tagged ‘meal pattern’
Updated CACFP Resources
Team Nutrition updated the following training resources for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). These resources provide CACFP operators with strategies to encourage healthy choices and healthy outcomes for their participants.
Read MoreSecond Study of Nutrition and Activity in CACFP
USDA released their second report on the Study of Nutrition and Activity in Child Care Settings (SNACS-II), which follow their first in 2022. SNACS-II uses data from program year 2022-23 to assess how well children’s diets and CACFP meals align with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Read MoreJuly Virtual Events
Get a rundown on all things happening at NCA this month!
Read MoreVegetables in the CACFP ($)
Vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals and fiber to support growing bodies. But getting kids excited about eating them? That’s where strategy and creativity come in. We’ll focus on practical, easy-to-implement ways to serve vegetables in the CACFP meal pattern.
Read MoreFruits in the CACFP ($)
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.
Read MoreMeats & Meat Alternates in the CACFP ($)
Meats and meat alternates provide the protein kids need to grow, stay strong and stay full longer. From chicken and eggs to yogurt and beans, there are plenty of ways to serve protein-packed meals.
Read MoreGrains in the CACFP ($)
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.
Read MoreMilk 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.
Read MorePresident’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.
Read MoreJune Virtual Events
Get a rundown on all things happening in June at NCA. Our Meal Pattern Boot camp is happening this month. Don’t miss out!
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