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Senate Committee on Agriculture holds first hearing on Child Nutrition Reauthorization

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 26, 2021

Ranking Member John Boozman says the committee plans to make Child Nutrition Reauthorization a priority this year.

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How video is helping Springfield Public Schools engage kids at home

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 24, 2021

The nutrition team came up with several video series that highlight school nutrition staff and popular menu items.

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What’s on the docket for school nutrition policy?

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 23, 2021

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and other government leaders discussed school nutrition plans at the National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference, held last week.

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USDA data reveals a 30% drop in school meals served during pandemic

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 17, 2021

School nutrition programs also suffered financial losses in the first 9 months of COVID-19.

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3 takeaways from the SNA’s Legislation Action Conference

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 15, 2021

School Nutrition Association members met virtually to discuss meal waivers, COVID-19 best practices and more.

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Urban School Food Alliance issues standard on antibiotic use in turkey

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 11, 2021

Turkey is the second most-served protein at the Alliance’s 15 member districts.

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New study reveals impact of COVID-19 on nation’s largest school districts

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 11, 2021

The Food Research and Action Center analyzed how 54 school districts have fared during the pandemic.

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USDA extends summer meal waivers through the end of September

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 09, 2021

The USDA waivers will be in place through Sept. 30, 2021.

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Connecting families with fresh produce

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 08, 2021

School districts throughout the country have partnered with nonprofit The Common Market to expand fruit and vegetable access during the pandemic.

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Bringing farm-to-school to home

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 05, 2021

Students at Balsz Elementary School District are still participating in farm-to-school activities during the pandemic with garden kits, cooking demos and more.

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