Cultures and customs vary widely across the United States—and that means food does, too! It is, after all, an important aspect of culture, which can vary dramatically across regions, states…
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English, Persian, kirby and lemon—did you realize that the common cucumber came in different varieties? If you want to get scientific, technically cucumbers are fruits (by their botanical definition), but…
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If you have fond memories of eating Campbell’s canned SpaghettiOs® in your youth, but find the flavor way too mild for your adult palate, get ready to feed your inner…
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I have three children: a 20-year-old son, a 17-year-old middle child and a 15-year-old daughter. Why don’t I assign a gender to my middle child? Because they identify as non-binary.…
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While it seems that most conversations about the generations emphasize profound differences between them, a new national survey finds some common ground among Baby Boomers and Gen Z when it…
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It’s been a busy spring in the nation’s capital for advocates of child nutrition programs. Hard on the heels of USDA’s February announcement of a proposed final rule establishing new,…
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Warmer weather, longer days and more sun—summer is almost here! As schools close and the season begins, long road trips are in store for many. Maybe you’re headed to a…
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When you’re in a leadership position, saying “I don’t know” might feel like a dangerous misstep that undermines your credibility and your authority. Whether you’re leading a work team, a…
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Thanks to the free school meal waivers made available through the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, participation in school meals programs surpassed pre-pandemic levels during SY2021-22, according to a report…
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The Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA) of 2010 changed school nutrition standards significantly, and a recently published study reveals it likely helped reduce childhood obesity nationwide. The 15-year study, published…
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