Snack Attack

Try out these #CACFPCreditable snack combinations when you're planning your next grocery trip:

Rice cake and nut butter

Ricotta cheese and pear slices

Bell peppers and black bean hummus

Cheese quesadilla

Pretzel twists and dried cranberries

September is National Whole Grains Month

This month, we'll be highlighting resources to help you with identifying whole grain-rich and adding whole grains to your menu.

· USDA Resource: Crediting Grains Tip Sheet (Identifying Whole Grain-Rich)

· USDA Resource: Is My Recipe Whole Grain-Rich? (EN/SP)

· Meal Pattern Minute: Whole Grain-Rich

Questions About Medical Statements and Special Diets? Don't Miss This!

On September 24, we're hosting a two-hour webinar covering when medical statements are needed, how to identify creditable and non-creditable milk substitutions, and how to tailor foods for special diets. NCA members will receive a $20 discount to this event. Not a member? Join today.

· Register for as Low as $29

More Upcoming Virtual Events

· Annual CACFP Training FY24 (September 11)

· Choose Yogurt That Is Lower in Added Sugars in the CACFP (September 19)

· Elija yogur con bajo contenido de azúcares añadidos en el CACFP (September 19)

· Maximizing Your Membership: 2025 Nutrition Calendar & Training Program (September 26)

Fun Freebies

· Download Motivation Moment Poster

· Free Activity Page: Grain Game

Industry Partner Spotlight

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