Buy American

As Buy American requirements continue to evolve, school nutrition professionals must be prepared to navigate new compliance expectations and documentation requirements. Join us for this practical training designed to help you understand the Buy American provision, stay ahead of upcoming changes, and confidently manage non-domestic product exceptions. 

In this session, you’ll learn how to: 

• Understand Buy American requirements and what qualifies as a domestic product 
• Properly document and justify allowable exceptions 
• Monitor compliance through procurement, invoices, and vendor documentation 
• Track non-domestic food purchases and prepare for phased-in cap limits 
• Utilize the USDA Buy American Tracking Tool effectively 
• Work with vendors and FSMCs to maintain compliance 

Whether you’re new to Buy American requirements or looking to strengthen your compliance practices, this training will provide actionable guidance you can implement immediately. 

Reserve your spot today and join us for this important session in our Back-to-School Training Series to ensure your program is prepared for the year ahead. 

This training satisfies USDA Professional Standards Learning Codes 2430.