CNP fresh fruits and vegitables

The Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service awarded the Kentucky Department of Education $4,014,525 on October 1, 2025, under the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (CFDA 10.582) to provide free fresh fruits and vegetables to elementary schools with high percentages of children receiving free or reduced-price meals through the National School Lunch Program. The program goal is to introduce children to fresh produce varieties, increase consumption of fresh unprocessed produce, and promote nutrition education in eligible schools across Kentucky.

The Kentucky Department of Education selects eligible elementary schools based on their free and reduced-price meal percentages and enters into agreements with school food authorities to operate the program according to federal requirements. Participating schools must be enrolled in the National School Lunch Program and agree to serve fresh fruits and vegetables free to all enrolled children while publicizing produce availability. Performance of services runs through September 30, 2026. The assistance type is a project grant.