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Looking for success stories of how PBH pro-fruit and vegetable policies and programs are working in America today? Look no further.

Dec 2005 Promoting Fruits and Vegetables in Schools: Wellness Policy Opportunities brochure (PDF): The Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act of 2004 requires all school districts across the country to develop wellness policies by the beginning of the 2006-2007 school year. Wellness policies must include ... [Download the brochure]

2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans: The “food guidance system” is the federal government’s newest tool for educating consumers about what to eat for optimal health.

2002 USDA Fruit and Vegetable Program: The 2002 farm bill created an innovative pilot program to provide free fresh fruit and vegetable snacks to students in participating schools.

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