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Informed Families Make Informed Decisions
Looking for the latest news on providing the most nutritious meals for your family? You're in the right place! The Texas Department of Agriculture has a variety of materials designed to help you and your child navigate your way to good nutrition. The state of Texas is only as strong as the health of our Texas families, and TDA stands behind its promise to ensure that Texas families have the information they need to make informed decisions.
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UPDATED! School Nutrition Policy Clarifications. Read here for the latest updates, including the most recent information on classroom birthday parties.

Public School Nutrition Policy at a Glance - Elementary Schools
Keep current with these quick reference guides to the newest public elementary school nutrition guidelines from TDA.

Spanish Translation - Elementary Schools

Public School Nutrition Policy at a Glance - Middle Schools
Keep current with these quick reference guides to the newest public middle school nutrition guidelines from TDA.

Spanish Translation - Middle Schools

Public School Nutrition Policy at a Glance - High Schools
Keep current with these quick reference guides to the newest public high school nutrition guidelines from TDA.

Spanish Translation - High Schools

Frequently Asked Questions
Check here for answers to general questions about TDA's new school nutrition policy.

Suggestions for Nutritious Snacks
Want to know what to fix for healthy between-meal snacks? Click here to find out!

10 Easy Ways to Improve Your Family's Eating Habits
Try these fresh ideas to keep your on-the-go family nourished, healthy and happy!

10 Fun Ways to Activate Your Family Life
Jumpstart your family life with these fun activities everyone can participate in!

Recipe for a Healthy Texas Family
Find information on all of the ingredients for a healthy diet specifically geared toward the needs of growing children.

Non-Food Ways to Raise Funds and Reward a Job Well Done
Look here for tips and ideas on easy, low cost, non-food alternatives for raising funds and rewarding a job well done without food.

What's In Season
Click here for produce availability charts showing when your family's favorite fruits and vegetables are in season as well as where to find the closest farmers markets and pick your own farms.

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