Summer Produce Guide
This helpful guide explains how to properly clean and prep produce, as well
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MILK… Part of a Healthy Eating Pattern
CACFP Creditable Milk – NEW RULE All of these types of milk are
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A Guide to Greens
Spinach, Romaine and iceberg lettuce might be the most popular leafy greens, but
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USDA CACFP Crediting Handbook (March 2026)
The handbook has been rewritten to align with current USDA policy wording and
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SUSTAINABILITY CLAIMS & WHAT THEY MEAN
Food Labels give you information about a food product, including preparation instructions, best
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Online Claiming Program Disclaimer – Illinois
Online Claiming Program Disclaimer – Illinois The online claiming program disclaimer is a contract/agreement between you and the Association for Child Development (ACD)
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Holiday Note
Holiday Note If you claim meals/snacks served to day care children on a holiday, you must submit a holiday note of explanation signed
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CACFP Reimbursement Rates for Child Care Centers
Child and Adult Care Food Program Federal Reimbursement Rates Child Care Centers The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) sets the reimbursement rates
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CACFP Reimbursement Rates for Child Care Homes
Child and Adult Care Food Program Federal Reimbursement Rates Child Care Homes The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) sets the reimbursement rates
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Food Safety During COVID-19
Food safety is the safe handling and preparation of food. Maintaining healthy food safety practices is important because young children are one of
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