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Spain Adapts School Nutrition Programs to EU Regulations

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The Spanish Council of Ministers has approved changes to a royal decree that governs the school nutrition program for fruit, vegetables, and milk. The updates aim to align the program with European Union regulations and allocate funds for the distribution of these foods in schools. The changes include modifying the contracting system for product supply and introducing two options for managing the program: direct management by authorities or financial aid to schools for product acquisition.

Key Takeaways:

  • The European Union allocates €125.67 million annually for fruit and vegetable distribution and €95.12 million for milk supply in schools.
  • Spain receives €19.2 million (€12.9 million for fruit and vegetables and €6.3 million for milk and dairy products) for developing the school nutrition program.
  • The modification establishes two systems for accessing the program: direct management by authorities or financial aid to schools.
  • The change in aid applicant definition implies revised procedures for selecting applicants and aid payment.
  • The updates prioritize the distribution of fresh products, allowing for the promotion of specific products or nutrient-specific needs through processed foods and other agricultural products.

Statistics:

  • The European Union allocates €125.67 million per year for fruit and vegetable distribution in schools.
  • Spain receives €12.9 million annually for fruit and vegetable distribution.
  • The European Union allocates €95.12 million per year for milk supply in schools.
  • Spain receives €6.3 million annually for milk and dairy product supply.
  • The total allocated for the school nutrition program in Spain is €19.2 million.
  • The definition of aid applicant change affects the procedures for selecting applicants and aid payment.
  • The distribution of local and regional products is guaranteed, prioritizing the distribution of fresh products.

Sources:

  • "Modification of Royal Decree 511/2017" (No date given)
  • European Union (No date and publication given)
  • Al Bawaba (Al Bawaba (Albawaba.com) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. ( Syndigate.info )) (2022)

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