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WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Biden-Harris Administration Announces Finalized Science-Driven Updates to Foods Provided Through WIC

Nutrition leaders and mothers from across the country praised USDA’s finalized updates to the WIC food package and the positive implications it will have for women, infants, and young children who rely on this vital program.

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Finalized Science-Driven Updates to Foods Provided Through WIC

Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service has finalized updates to the foods prescribed to participants in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC).

National Women’s History Month: Celebrating FNS’ Unsung Heroines

FNS employees dedicate their professional lives to ensuring everyone in America has access to delicious, nutritious food and science-based nutrition education. As we conclude Women’s History Month, we celebrate women working to keep our 16 nutrition assistance programs running smoothly for those who need them most.

Celebrating the Second Anniversary of the USDA Food and Nutrition Security Initiative

USDA is proud to celebrate the second anniversary of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack’s vision to advance food and nutrition security.

USDA Actions on Food and Nutrition Security

Using a four-pillar approach, USDA is working tirelessly to tackle food and nutrition insecurity.

Turnip the Beet on Summer Meals

It’s award season! USDA is excited to highlight summer meal sponsors who go above and beyond to ensure children receive nutritious, appetizing meals.

Four School Districts Receive National Awards for Trailblazing, Innovative Improvements to School Meals

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that four school districts in Alaska, Iowa, Maine, and Ohio received awards for their trailblazing and innovative efforts to improve the nutritional quality of meals for their students.

USDA Announces Approval of D-SNAP for California Disaster Areas

USDA announced that low-income California residents recovering from severe storms and power outages beginning Jan. 21, 2024, could be eligible for a helping hand from the USDA’s Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Improvements Coming Soon for Monitoring of Child Nutrition Programs

FNS published a proposed rule that will help ensure the federal child nutrition programs are being operated properly. These regulatory updates will strengthen and clarify the process for correcting serious deficiencies found in FNS’ child nutrition programs.  

Join the Challenge: Grant Opportunities Now Open

The USDA Northeast Region announced today two new grant opportunities available through the School Food System Transformation Challenge Sub-Grants, part of USDA’s Healthy Meals Incentives Initiative.

FNS Awards Grants to Support Emergency Food System and Agricultural Producers

As part of USDA’s ongoing efforts to support emergency feeding organizations and ensure families can keep healthy food on the table, USDA has awarded nearly $3.8 million in grants to 27 state agencies for Farm to Food Bank projects.

Agriculture Secretary Calls on States to Take Action to Improve SNAP Administration for Families in Need

Secretary Tom Vilsack issued a letter to 47 governors conveying concerns about how challenges in state administration of SNAP are affecting American families. The letter underlines the urgency of the situation and encourages immediate state actions to improve. 

Join the Challenge: Grant Opportunities Now Open  

The USDA Midwest Region announced today two new grant opportunities available through the School Food System Transformation Challenge Sub-Grants, which is part of USDA’s Healthy Meals Incentives Initiative.

Celebrating Black History Month by Advancing Nutrition Security and Health Equity

Every February, the United States honors and celebrates the rich, cultural heritage of African Americans, including their triumphs and adversities that are integral to our nation’s history and success. To pay tribute to those who came before me and cultivate a better future for my three daughters, I share some of my journey to advance nutrition security and health equity through public service and highlight ways I hope each of you can join me in these efforts.

Two-Year Anniversary of Customer Experience Executive Order: Improving Access to Food and Nutrition

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is committed to connecting all Americans with healthy, safe, affordable food sources. Towards fulfilling that commitment, USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service has launched multiple customer experience initiatives since President Joe Biden issued in December 2021 the Executive Order directing federal agencies to improve the experience for customers accessing government services and benefits.

U.S. Virgin Islands Launching New USDA Program This Year to Help Nourish   School Children During Summer  

To further address food insecurity in the U.S. Virgin Islands and provide more equitable resources for island communities, USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service will provide a higher benefit to territory families, as compared to the U.S. mainland, through the new, permanent summer nutrition program for children – known as Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer. 

Puerto Rico Launching New USDA Program This Year to Help Nourish School Children During Summer 

To further address food insecurity in Puerto Rico and provide more equitable resources to remote locations, USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service will provide a higher benefit to Puerto Rico families, as compared to the U.S. mainland, through the new, permanent summer nutrition program for children – known as Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer. 

American Samoa Launching New USDA Program This Year to Help Nourish School Children During Summer  

To further address food insecurity in American Samoa and provide more equitable resources for island communities, USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service will provide a higher benefit to American Samoa families, as compared to the U.S. mainland, through the new, permanent summer nutrition program for children – known as Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer. 

Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Launching New USDA Program This Year to Help Nourish School Children During Summer

To further address food insecurity in Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) and provide more equitable resources for island communities, USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service will provide a higher benefit to Guam and CNMI families, as compared to the U.S. mainland, through the new, permanent summer nutrition program for children – known as Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer.

Hawaii Launching New USDA Program This Year to Help Nourish School Children During Summer  

To further address food insecurity in Hawaii and provide more equitable resources for island communities, USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service will provide a higher benefit to Hawaii families, as compared to the U.S. mainland, through the new, permanent summer nutrition program for children – known as Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer.

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