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Survey: Ultra Processed Foods

The California Department of Education (CDE) is requesting your participation in a voluntary survey to gather information on ultra processed foods in school meals.

On January 3, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-01-25 directing state agencies to recommend potential actions to limit the harms associated with ultra processed foods (UPFs) and food ingredients that pose a health risk to individuals.

The CDE is seeking your feedback to help identify:

  • Current efforts to reduce ultra processed foods in school meals
  • Recommendations and considerations when exploring higher nutrition standards for school meals

Your responses will inform the development of CDE’s response to the Executive Order.

Due Date: Monday, April 28, 2025

Survey Link: California – Achieving Higher Standards for Healthy School Meals Survey

Estimated Completion Time: 20-30 minutes

A reference copy of the survey is available in the Child Nutrition Information and Payment System, Download Forms, Form ID Survey 001 Achieving Higher Standards for Healthy School Meals Survey, so that you may review the questions prior to entering your responses online.

Contact Information

If you have technical difficulties or questions about the survey, contact us by email at RestrictUPFs@cde.ca.gov.

Questions:   Nutrition Services Division | 800-952-5609
Last Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
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