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Must only fresh fruits be offered in the FFVP?

Schools may offer dried fruits as well as fresh fruits.

Can trail mix, which may include nuts, be offered? Can popcorn be added to a dried fruit mix? Can corn nuts, soybeans, and sunflower seeds be offered?

Popcorn, nuts, corn nuts, etc. may be added to a mix that is predominantly dried or fresh fruit.

Can commodities be used in the FFVP?

Yes, dried and fresh fruits offered as commodities, or commodity items such as peanut butter used with produce may be used in the FFVP.

Are there any requirements for serving sizes?

No. However, the servings offered should be appropriate for the age and consumption pattern of participating children.

Is it allowable to have a type of dip offered with cut-up fresh vegetables like celery, carrots, etc.? Must the dip be yogurt-based?

Yes, dip is allowed. Please keep in mind that the FFVP is trying to provide healthful snack alternatives for children. The dips provided should be carefully chosen, so we would encourage but not require dips that are yogurt-based.

Can full-strength fruit juice be offered?

Freshly squeezed juice may be offered no more than one time per week. Schools need to ensure that all necessary food-safety precautions are taken if they choose to serve freshly squeezed juice. Other types of juices are not allowed.

Can FFVP funds be used to purchase fruits and vegetables through Department of Defense's (DOD) Fresh or DOD Farm to School program?

Yes.

Can fresh fruit be used to make smoothies to serve to students?

Smoothies made with fresh fruit may be offered no more than one time per week—the same policy for freshly squeezed juice set forth in question and answer #26.

Must only fresh vegetables be offered in the FFVP?

Yes.

Can a fresh fruit or vegetable pizza, coleslaw or other salads be offered in the FFVP?

Because such dishes are not readily considered as fresh fruits and vegetables, they may be offered only in conjunction with a nutrition education activity.

Is "fruit leather" allowed?

No.