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Back to School With Chris Derico, SNA President

Foodservice Equipment Reports

To find out the latest happenings in K-12 foodservice, FER recently checked in with Chris Derico, child nutrition director for Barbour County Schools, Philippi, W.Va. It’s back to school for students. He also serves as the 2023-2024 president of the School Nutrition Association.

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What Parents need to know about E. coli induced HUS

Bill Marler

In the article by Gagnadouz, et al, (Clinical Nephrology, 1996) 29 children were evaluated 15-25 years after the acute phase of HUS. Only 10 of the 29 children were normal, 12 had hypertension, 3 had chronic renal failure and 4 had end stage renal disease (65.5%). link] [8] Makris, K., & Spanou, L. Dobilienė, D.,

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Equipping Educational Foodservice: What to Consider

The NAFEM Show

Students today, from K-12 to college and universities, have high expectations around their foodservice and dining experiences. Consideration 7: Sustainability According to Energy Star, K-12 school districts nationwide spend over $8 billion annually on energy costs. More than 30 percent of those costs go to waste.

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Revitalizing school dining: The impact of cafeteria designs on student wellness

LTI, Inc.

Flashback for a moment to K-12 – school lunch was the real deal (and still is). Read the full article here. Efficient designs in educational dining facilities help to encourage healthy habits and improves serving line flow. It’s that cherished time for kids to chat, chow down and recharge before heading back to class.

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Student Self-Service: A Solution to Overcoming Staff Shortages in School Cafeterias

LTI, Inc.

In bustling K-12 buildings around the country, cafeteria staff are facing situations like overseeing two computers simultaneously or managing more than one food line at once.

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8 ways to protect stainless steel

The NAFEM Show

This article includes helpful tips for protecting your stainless steel equipment. Stainless steel, a staple in kitchens around the globe, is renowned for its durability and resistance to corrosion. However, even the highest-quality stainless steel can succumb to rust and wear if not properly cared for. 26-28, 2025, in Atlanta, Ga.

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FDA Issues Warning Letter to MO Animal Feed Company

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Additionally, apparent rodent excreta were found inside a tote used to store Type A medicated articles and Type B medicated feeds. All Type A medicated articles and Type B medicated feeds must be used in accordance with their labeled mixing directions, as required by 21 CFR 225.142. Ingestion of monensin by horses has been fatal.”12

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