ACDA upcoming events

ACDA 2026 Annual Conference (Sunday, April 19, 2026)

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

ACDA Annual Conference:

Seattle, Washington | April 19 - 22, 2026

ACDA is excited to announce our 51st Annual Conference in Seattle. Join us for insightful talks from USDA and leading industry experts, network with members from across the country, and exchange best practices. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity - mark your calendar today!

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Conference Sessions:

This year our conference sessions are geared towards specific membership group and we are offering courses for beginners, intermediate levels and advanced levels!

View the full schedule here!

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Hotel Information:

Conference Hotel:

The Westin Seattle

1900 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101

(206) 728-1000

Overflow Hotel:

Hotel Ändra Seattle

2000 4th Avenue

Seattle, WA 98121

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0.2 mile walk

Warwick Seattle
401 Lenora Street

Seattle, WA 98121

Book Your Room Now!

0.2 mile walk

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Earn CEU Credits: CEU credits will be available at conference.

More details can be found on our Annual Conference page.

View the ACDA Annual Conference cancellation policy HERE!

ACDA Food Distribution Competency Exams at the Annual Conference (Sunday, April 19, 2026)

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Are you looking for further your career or expand your knowledge of Food Distribution? Are you just starting out and needing some basic knowledge in food distribution? Are you seasoned in some areas and looking to expand your knowledge in other areas of food distribution? This program has something for everyone!

The ACDA Food Distribution Program works to empower individuals with the knowledge to feed the nation!

Join us during one or more of the following time slots to complete a Food Distribution exam. You can choose to take up to six exams over the course of the conference and you get to choose the time that works best for you!

**If you are ready to complete the Food Distribution Specialist Credential Exam, please visit the FDS Credential page for more information.

Food Distribution Competency Exam Schedule:

Sunday, April 19, 2026 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sunday, April 19, 2026 | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Monday, April 20, 2026 | 7:30 am - 8:30 am

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | 8:00 am - 9:00 am

Wednesday, April 22, 2025 | 8:00 am - 9:00 am

We offer the following exams: USDA Foods Overview Exam, Procurement and Planning Exam, Processing Exam, DoD Fresh Exam, Community and Household Programs, and Direct Delivery.

This year we begin testing for the Food Distribution Specialist Credential Exam. Learn more about the qualifications and application process HERE.

You can purchase the study guide for these exams from ACDA's Online Store HERE! If you have questions about the NEW ACDA Food Distribution Education Program, you can learn more HERE.

By passing these two competency exams, you will qualify for the Food Distribution Professional Certification. By passing four exams, you will qualify for the Food Distribution Expert Certification. By passing six competency exams, you will qualify for the Food Distribution Master Certification. Learn more about the Certification HERE!

If you have any questions, please reach out to info@commodityfoods.org.

ACDA 2027 Annual Conference (Sunday, April 25, 2027)

Sun, 25 Apr 2027 15:00:00 GMT

ACDA Annual Conference:

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | April 25 - 28, 2027

Save the date! ACDA is excited to announce our 52nd Annual Conference in Philadelphia. Join us for insightful talks from USDA and leading industry experts, network with members from across the country, and exchange best practices. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity - mark your calendar today!

Registration opens in 2026!

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Hotel Information:

Host Hotel: Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

(215) 625-2900

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Earn CEU Credits:

We will be offering CEU credits for sessions attended during the 2027 Annual Conference. More information coming soon!

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Questions?

We are here to help! Reach out to us at info@commodityfoods.org or by calling 850-480-7332.