
OSSE¡¯s Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) provides a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables as a healthy snack option to all elementary school children in participating schools. The FFVP encourages nutrition education and community partnership, with the goal of introducing healthy, local practices at an early age that may lead to life-long healthy eating habits.
OSSE FFVP Tools
- FFVP Training for School Food Authorities?[? | Slides?]
- Allowable/Non-allowable Expenditures
- DC USDA Waiver Request
- Equipment Justification Form
- FFVP Claim Requirements and Due Dates
- Frequently Asked Questions
Resources
- Facilitation Guide for Educators
- Best Practices: Handling Fresh Produce in Schools
- Storage 101
- Ensuring Traceability of Fresh Produce
How to ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½
School Food Authorities (SFAs) can apply for the FFVP through . Orchard is OSSE¡¯s web-based solution that supports online submission of federal Child Nutrition Program applications.
For additional resources, please visit our Training & Resources Page.
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