USDA Delays Vitamin D Yogurt Rule Over Store Shortage
Published Date: 6/24/2026
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Summary
The USDA fixed some mistakes in the WIC food package rules and pushed back the date for adding vitamin D to yogurt by three years because there aren’t enough suitable yogurts in stores yet. This change affects WIC state agencies and helps make sure families get the right nutrition without rushing. The updates take effect on June 24, 2026, giving everyone more time to adjust without extra costs.
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Yogurt Vitamin D Deadline Delayed
The USDA delayed the date when yogurts in WIC must contain vitamin D by 36 months, moving the deadline from April 19, 2027 to April 19, 2030. The rule keeps the minimum yogurt requirement of 106 IU (2.67 micrograms) of vitamin D per 8 ounces and is effective June 24, 2026, so State agencies and manufacturers have more time to adjust without removing yogurt options for WIC participants.
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