Novi, MI – June 26, 2024 – On April 25, 2024, the USDA's Food and Nutrition Services released the final rule for "Child Nutrition Programs: Meal Patterns Consistent With the 2020–2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans."
This milestone marks another evolution of school meal standards, focusing on improving nutritional quality and promoting healthier eating habits among students nationwide. National Food Group and Zee Zees is committed to supporting school districts in these changes by providing better-for-you, tasty options for kids that meet regulations. Our K12 Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist shared these top thoughts on the final rule shaping future meals for our next generation.
Founded in 1990, National Food Group is one of America's fastest-growing wholesale foodservice manufacturers and distributors. National Food Group's family of brands includes Zee Zees® better-for-you snacks for kids of all ages, Elated Plates® innovative food items ensuring a supreme sense of satisfaction with every bite, and Fare Promise® for truly square and deliciously nutritious meals at remarkably low prices. National Food Group offers three core programs to help make budgets and planning easy: Always Available®, Opportunity Buys®, and Commodity Processing™. Our food experts also develop original items to meet custom nutritional and pricing requirements. The company is headquartered in Novi, Michigan. For more information, visit nationalfoodgroup.com.
Media Contact:
Julie Wojciechowski, RDN, SNS
K12 Nutrition Coordinator
P: 248-560-2388
jwojciechowski@nationalfoodgroup.com