Benita Gingerella

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White House advocates for expansion of free school meals as part of National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition and Health


The Biden Administration says it will take steps to provide free school meals to 9 million more students by 2032.

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The state of C&U foodservice: Full 2022 survey results

See how operators responded to our recent survey about the college and university segment.

The initial phase will set up a grant program and an awards program aimed at helping smaller, rural school districts.

Sustainability and food insecurity remain two areas of focus for college dining teams.

Technology and shifting consumer preferences are bringing big changes to the front and back of house.

Nearly all respondents (96%) to an FSD survey say a lack of staff is the the top challenge they’re facing this school year.

College operators stay on top of the latest trends while contending with rising costs and supply chain challenges.

The program will debut this fall and initially feature cuisine from China, India, Italy and Mexico.

The USDA study compared commodity purchasing choices made by schools from 2006 to 2017.

The additional funding will help schools purchase American-grown food for school breakfast and lunch.

The report revealed that 12.5% of households with children experienced food insecurity in 2021.

The free meals will begin at the start of next month.

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