What does the CACFP stand for?
Child and Adult Care Food Program
CACFP—Child and Adult Care Food Program; may also be referred to as the program. CDE—California Department of Education. Center—a child care center, school-age center, at-risk afterschool center, adult day care center, or emergency shelter.
Is granola creditable in Cacfp?
The NSLP whole grain-rich criteria apply for all grain products with the exception of grain-based desserts, which are not creditable under CACFP.
What is considered a whole grain-rich food?
Foods that meet the whole grain-rich criteria are foods that contain at least 50% whole grains and the remaining grains in the food are enriched, or are 100% whole grain. Here are a few ways to help identify if a product is whole grain-rich.
Are corn chips creditable in CACFP?
Explanation: This tortilla chip would not be creditable in the CACFP. The ingredient list for this tortilla chip only lists “corn” as the grain ingredient and does not indicate the corn has been treated with slaked lime.
Is popcorn a whole grain or refined grain?
Popcorn is a whole grain food—which makes it a high-quality carbohydrate source that is not only low in calories, but a good source of fiber.
How often must someone involved in a United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service program complete civil rights training?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) requires that any program receiving federal financial assistance provide annual training to its staff on civil rights.
Where can school food service operation obtain the required and justice for all posters?
Contact the state agency or program sponsor in the state you are located to order copies of the “And Justice for All” posters for all programs administered with FNS funds. For other questions about the “And Justice for All” posters, contact the Regional Civil Rights Officer in your state.