USDA Commodity Food Distribution Program

Description

Annual Order

Cheese Processing

Commercial Distribution

Direct Diversion

Financial Info

Fact Sheets

Ordering System

Bonus Turkey

Policies

Task Force

Storage and Delivery

DoD Fresh Program

Holds and Recalls

Mailings

Complaint Form

Program Description

The USDA's Food and Nutrition Service is charged with administering the Food Distribution Program. Through the Food Distribution Program, USDA purchases foods through direct appropriations from Congress, and under surplus-removal and price-support activities. The foods are distributed to State agencies for use by eligible local outlets, including schools. Schools participating in the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program may receive USDA commodity meats, vegetables, fruits, grains, and dairy products. For more information about the Food Distribution Program, contact: Laura Sime, (608) 267-9119, or Lynne Slack, (608) 266-2596 or Dino Ante, (608) 266-3615.

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Annual Commodity Order Information

• Significant Changes to Commodity Ordering Process
• Annual Commodity Order
• Annual Order Entitlement Information
• Annual Order Timelines
• Annual Usage Summary
• Final Order Summary
• Key Information Regarding the Annual Order Process
• Entitlement Spending Caps
• Usage By Item
• Extra Row
• Brown Box List
• State-Processed Items List
• Product Updates for SY 2010-11

Cheese Processing Program - Information, Forms and Instructions

School Year 2010-11 Information:

• Cheese Processing Program
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Informational Sheet
• Inventory Carry-Over Policy

School Year 2009-10 Information:

• Cheese Processing Program
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Informational Sheet
• Inventory Carry-Over Policy
• Participating Processors Product Information and Contact Information
• Rebate Forms SY 09-10
  • Bosco's Pizza Rebate Form
  • ConAgra Rebate Application Form
  • Schwan's Rebate Application Form

Commercial Distribution of Commodities

• Commercial Distribution of Commodities for School Year 2010-2011
• Agreement for School Agencies Participating in Commercial Distribution
• Commercial Distribution: Questions and Answers
• Information Regarding Commercial Distribution
• Template - Agreement between Schools and Commercial Distributor
• Template Description - Agreement between Schools and Commercial Distributor
• Timelines for Schools Interested in Commercial Distribution

Commodity - Direct Diversion Processing

School Year 2010-11:

• Agreement Between School and DPI to Participate in Direct Diversion Processing
• Processors Contact Information SY 2010-11
• Processors Participating - List of Bulk and VPT Methods SY 2010-11

School Year 2009-10:

• Bulk Commitments to Processors for SY 2009-10
• Direct Diversion Processing for SY 09-10
• Inventory Carry-Over Policy 2009-10
• Participating Schools
• Processors Contact Information SY 2009-10
• Processors Participating - List of Bulk and VPT Methods SY 2009-10
• Questions, Answers and Examples
• School District's Responsibilities with Direct Diversion

Basics:

• Commodity Glossary of Terms
• Methods of Substitution
• Value Pass-Through Options
• Yield Methods

Guides\Worksheets:

• Bid Price Prototype Worksheet 1 With VPT Methods
• Bid Price Prototype Worksheet 2 With VPT Methods
• Direct Diversion Product Specification Samples
• Guide to Calculating Direct Diversion Raw Pound Commitments
• Procurement Sample Language
• Direct Diversion Powerpoint Presentation

USDA Guidance:

• Commodity Cheese Substitution
• FD-40 Commodity Inventory Reduction at Further Processors
• Fee-For-Service Billing Methods Through a Distributor
• Net Off Invoice Hybrid Value-Pass-Through Method
• Recipient Agency Commodity Processing Handbook - Produced by ACDA

Commodity Program Timelines for Schools

Commodity Financial Information

• Commodity Handling Charge Fees Fact Sheet
• Entitlement Value of USDA and Wisconsin-Processed Commodities for School Year 2010-11
• Entitlement Value of USDA and Wisconsin-Processed Commodities for School Year 2009-10
• Entitlement Value of USDA and Wisconsin-Processed Commodities for School Year 2008-09
• Commodity Handling Charges Accounting Procedures
• Sample Transmittal Notice

Commodity Processing Information - Bonus Turkey

• Bonus Turkey - Processing Information to Schools
• Culinary Standards Turkey Products
• JTM Turkey Products

Commodity Product Information

• Commodity Specifications: Frequently Asked Questions
• Expected Bonus USDA Commodities SY 2009-10
• Facts About USDA Commodities for Schools and Institutions
• A537 Bone-In Turkey Nutrition Info and Cooking Instructions
• A538 Turkey Breast, Roast, Bone-in, Frozen (with gravy)
• A726 Sliced Ham Product Information
  
  

  State-Processed Product Information

  • 2010-2011 SY Processed Product Fact Sheets
  • 2009-2010 SY Processed Product Fact Sheets
  • 2008-2009 SY Processed Product Fact Sheets
  • 2010-2011 School Year Cost Analysis
  • 2009-2010 School Year Cost Analysis
  • 2008-2009 School Year Cost Analysis
  • WI Processed Commodities Meal Pattern Contribution Guide SY 10-11
  • WI Processed Commodities Meal Pattern Contribution Guide SY 09-10
  • WI Processed Commodities Meal Pattern Contribution Guide SY 08-09
  • Processed Product-Fat and Sodium Content SY 10-11
  • Processed Product-Fat and Sodium Content SY 09-10
  • Processed Product-Fat and Sodium Content SY 08-09

Commodity Program Policies and Regulations

• Clarification of State Agency Review Requirements for Donated Foods in the National School Lunch Program
• Disaster Relief Manual
• Policy and Procedures for the Wisconsin USDA Commodity Program
• Regulations for the Food Distribution Program
• Single Inventory Recordkeeping System
• USDA Commodity Distribution: Frequently Asked Questions

Commodity Task Force

The Task Force was first formed in September, 1997. It is comprised of food service directors from small-,medium-, and large-size schools, with both public and private schools represented. The Task Force meets approximately four to six times per year between September and June, with most of the meetings being held in Madison.

• Commodity Task Force Membership List

Commodity Storage and Delivery Information

• "Best If Used By" Date
• USDA Guidance: Inventory Control in Schools
• Service and Receiving Procedures: Frequently Asked Questions

Department of Defense (DoD) Fresh Fruit And Vegetable Program

• DoD Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program for School Year 2010-11
• SY 09-10 Back-to-School Update
• DoD Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program for School Year 2009-10
• Program Summary
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• AJ Produce Delivery Schedule
• FFAVORS Web Order Manual
• FFAVORS Ordering Website
• FFAVORS Web Set-up Form

Holds/Recalls and Safety

• USDA Commodity Hold and Recall Procedure for Wisconsin Recipient Agencies
• USDA - Food Safety and Inspection Service Food Recalls
• USDA Food Safety - Food Irradiation Resources
• Talking Points on USDA and School Meal Safety

Mailings - USDA Commodity Program

Training and Webcasts

USDA Commodity Complaint Form, PI-6005 (Rev. 7/09)

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For questions about this information, contact Antonio D. Ante (608) 266-3615

Last updated on 1/20/2010 8:31:09 AM