National Fruit & Vegetable Program

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National Fruit & Vegetable Program
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What is the National Fruit & Vegetable Program?
The National Fruit & Vegetable Program is a public private partnership. It is a confederation of government, not-for-profit groups and industry groups working collaboratively and synergistically to increase the consumption of fruits and vegetables for improved public health. Participants in the program include:

American Cancer Society (ACS)
American Heart Association (AHA)
American Diabetes Association (ADA)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
California Department of Health Services (CDHS)
National Alliance for Nutrition and Activity (NANA)
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
National Council of Fruit and Vegetable Nutrition Coordinators
Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH)
Produce Marketing Association (PMA)
United Fresh Fruit and Produce Association (UFFPA)
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
The National Fruit & Vegetable Program also includes Nutrition Coordinators in all 50 states, U.S. territories, and uniformed forces. Fruit and Vegetable Nutrition Coordinators work closely with partnering organizations and are responsible for planning and conducting fruit and vegetable activities in their state.