Research & Analysis

Evidence-based analysis and rigorous evaluation are critical tools to promote effective policies and strong management in the Federal nutrition assistance programs. 

Evidence-based analysis and rigorous evaluation are critical tools to promote effective policies and strong management in the Federal nutrition assistance programs. 

The Office of Policy Support (OPS) leads the development and execution of FNS's study and evaluation agenda. This web page is intended to provide access to OPS's work to program partners, other stakeholders, and the general public.

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USDA Foods in Schools
Research
Child Nutrition Program Operations Study II, School Year 2015-2016
Research
Trends in SNAP Participation Rates: Fiscal Year 2010-2017
Research
Scanner Capability Assessment of SNAP-Authorized Small Retailers
Research
Evaluation of the Direct Certification with Medicaid for Free and Reduced-Price Meals Demonstration - Year 1
Research
Evaluation of the School Meal Data Collection Process
Research
Peer Review
Research, Analysis & Background
Reaching Those in Need: Estimates of State SNAP Participation Rates in FY 2016
Research
Characteristics of SNAP Households: Fiscal Year 2017
Research
Identifying Program Components and Practices that Influence SNAP Application Processing Timeliness Rates
Research
Evaluation of Demonstration Projects to End Childhood Hunger
Research
Final Rule: Data Collection Related to the Participation of Faith-Based and Community Organizations
Final Rule