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U.S. - Ireland R&D Partnership Aims to Solve Critical Agricultural Issues
In 2006, the United States, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland launched a research and development partnership to accelerate economic development and cooperation across borders by encouraging trilateral research collaboration. In…
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Fort Valley State University Project Is Building Reproductive Technology Capacities
Both goats and sheep which are small ruminants have potential for meat and milk production to help feed a growing world population.
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Students Growing from Learning to Leading
Recently, students from 17 academic institutions traveled from more than 10 states and Insular Areas to Washington, D.C. to participate in a three-day program as part of USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture’s from Learning…
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USDA's Complete Guide to Home Canning
As gardening season begins, people may already be wondering how to manage their garden's bounty. Don’t know what to do with all your tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, apples, pears, plums and grapes from your garden and fruit trees? Have…
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Leading A USDA Agency With Passion and Purpose
As we conclude Black History Month and recognize the beginning of historic contributions of women’s accomplishments across the nation, we highlight the first Black female associate directors at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s…
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Continuing Battle Against Invasive Species
What do feral hogs, leafy spurge, brown marmorated stink bugs and sea lamprey all have in common? They are all invasives species.
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NIFA Celebrates Climate Hubs for 10 Years of Helping Farmers, Ranchers and Forest Landowners Enhance Climate Resilience
In honor of the 10th anniversary of the USDA Climate Hubs, the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is celebrating accomplishments from the first decade of this pioneering network.
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New SARE Publication Supports Urban Agriculture
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture supports research, education and Extension efforts throughout the nation that are leading to the creation of more and better market opportunities for farmers and producers, including those…
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International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields are a critical component of our national economy and the global economy as well. A significant gender gap persists in STEM disciplines all over the world.
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GusNIP Awards First Funding to U.S. Insular Areas
The Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP) is increasing the purchase of fruits and vegetables by low-income consumers, in turn improving the health and nutrition of participating households. For the first time since its…
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Embracing 2024 and Beyond: A Call to Listen, Learn and Do
As I reflect upon my career over the past 15 years in the agriculture sector and Cooperative Extension, I find immense satisfaction in being a servant leader with USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) as we address the…
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NIFA-Funded Potato Breeding Research Featured at 2024 Potato Expo
Several researchers funded by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) will discuss their research at the 2024 Potato Expo January 10-11 in Austin, Texas. The Potato Expo is the largest conference and trade show for the…
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A Drive to Make U.S. A Leader in Organic Cotton
Demand is growing for organic cotton in the U.S., but imports continue to pick up the slack of inadequate domestic production. A new project led by Texas A&M AgriLife Research aims to turn the situation around by identifying the…
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Research Building Understanding of Bird Species Declines
More than 1,000 species are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and a growing number of species are facing population declines.
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NIFA Works to Enhance Food Production
With a world facing climate change, USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is working to solve the challenges of meeting the food needs of a global population expected to approach 10 billion by 2050. NIFA’s…
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NIFA Teams Honored with USDA Nation to Nation Tribal Innovation Awards
Two NIFA teams received USDA Nation to Nation Tribal Innovation Awards recently in recognition of their work to enhance the federal nation-to-nation relationship with Tribal governments. Presented by the USDA Office of Tribal Relations…
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USDA Announces the National Climate Change Roadmap
A new resource, National Climate Change Roadmap - A Research Framework for Agriculture, Forestry and Working Lands, funded by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) and led by researchers from Colorado State…
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Holiday Food Safety Tips from Extension
It’s the time of year when many families will be gathering around the dining room table savoring the flavors of their favorite holiday meals. Check out how to keep your holiday meals safe this season with a few tips from Land-grant…
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NIFA-Funded Research Keeping Your Thanksgiving Meal Safe
This week, many will enjoy a Thanksgiving meal with family and friends. As you gather around your table, take a moment to be thankful for the scientists and research that goes into keeping your food safe and nutritious. Land-grant…
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APLU and USDA Announces National Teaching Awards for Food and Agricultural Sciences
USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) and the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) honored four public university faculty with national teaching awards recognizing excellence in agricultural…
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NIFA’s FRTEP Supporting Tribal Youth
This November, the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) joins together to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. During this month, we acknowledge the people, culture and contributions of the Native American…
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National Rural Health Day: Celebrating EXCITE
Through an interagency agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture, Cooperative Extension units at Land-grant Universities across the nation received funding and launched the…
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NIFA Joins NSF and International Research Organizations in Future Proofing Plants to a Changing Climate
Climate change is challenging the sustainability and resilience of agri-food systems through long-term changes to temperature and rainfall, increased threats due to extreme weather events and shifts in pests and diseases. As a result,…
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NIFA Pays Tribute to their Military Veterans
November 11 marks the observance of Veterans Day, a day in which we honor the courageous women and men who have served in the United States Military. World War I (WWI) ended with the Treaty of Versailles being signed on June 28,…
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Mississippi State University Film Ignites Farm Stress Conversation
Stress-related mental health issues present a very real risk among the nation’s farming and ranching families. The challenges of the industry are often amplified by the economy and multiple factors that producers have no control over. …