2/21 CNS Special Update: USDA Shelf Stable Milk

Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction sent this bulletin at 02/21/2024 02:25 PM PST

2/21 Special Update: USDA Shelf Stable Milk Survey

Update: USDA Shelf Stable Milk Survey
Important Dates to Remember

Update: USDA Shelf Stable Milk Survey

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recognizes the challenges schools are experiencing in acquiring milk. USDA is offering the opportunity to add shelf stable milk to the current Pre-Order Survey. This item would be purchased with entitlement dollars and ship monthly with your dry USDA foods delivery.

To help us get a better idea of the need in our state, please complete the USDA Foods Milk Survey by February 23, 2024.

If the need is high enough to meet delivery minimums, we will make it available on the Pre-Order Survey on 2/26. You will have until March 1 to add to your pre-order for the 24–25 school year.

Important Dates to Remember

February 23

USDA Foods Milk Survey Due

Local Food for Schools (LFS) foods are showing up on school menus across the state and the response from school nutrition professionals and students alike has been resoundingly positive. From roasted salmon to berry parfaits to bison burgers, Washington school nutrition professionals are busy crafting delicious and creative recipes that feature local LFS foods. Check out some of these incredible dishes created at Washington schools this month!

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