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School food service directors from across the country came to Washington, D.C., on October 5, 2011, to share their concerns about the unintended consequences of USDA’s proposed rule that would limit their flexibility in delivering students healthy, nutritious meals. Panelists included:
The event also featured the release of a new national survey of school food service directors, which shows that 72% believe USDA’s proposed rules will either cause a decrease in the quality of children's overall health (40%) or have no impact (32%).
Additionally, of the 245 food service directors surveyed:
Read the press release: Survey of School Food Service Professionals Reveals Serious Concerns Over Proposed USDA School Meal Regulations
View survey fact sheet: Voices from Our Nation’s Cafeterias
Download event posters:
Fact sheets:
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