How should container sizes be specified on the food instrument?
The food instrument must specify the container size, e.g., 2- 64-ounce containers of juice or 3- 11.5 or 12 ounce containers juice concentrate. If a range of sizes are authorized, specify the range on the food instrument, e.g., 16-18 ounces peanut butter. For cereal, a State agency may use language it currently uses on its food instrument, e.g., 36 ounces, or not to exceed 36 ounces, or up to 36 ounces. Educational materials should demonstrate to participants how to obtain their full food package benefit. Vendor minimum stock and training materials should also be developed in a way that enables the participant to obtain the full benefit.
