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NIFA-19-005 NLGCA Eligibility Flow Chart
The Non-Land-Grant Colleges of Agriculture (NLGCU) institution designation must be requested and approved by NIFA in order to receive the designation. NIFA supports agricultural programs at eligible institutions through the Capacity…
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NIFA-5-7a Official List of Hispanic-Serving Agricultural Colleges and Universities
The institutions listed here are granted HSACU certification by the Secretary and are eligible for HSACU programs for a one year period, starting from the date of publication. Institutions are listed alphabetically under the state of…
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EFNEP 2020 National Impact Report
The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) consistently demonstrates strong results. Annual data confirms graduates improve their diets, improve their nutrition practices, stretch their food dollars farther, handle…
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NIFA-5-3a-NIFA Research Terms and Conditions 5/14/2022, Corrected 10/23/2023
Updated NIFA Research Terms and Conditions Effective 5/14/2022, Corrected 10/23/2023*Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This document…
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NIFA-5-3b-NIFA Capacity Award Terms and Conditions 05.14.2022
Updated Capacity Award Terms and Conditions 05.14.2022 *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This document is intended only to provide…
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NIFA-5-3c-NIFA 1890s Facilities Award Terms and Conditions 05.14.2022
Updated 1890s Facilities Award Terms and Conditions 05.14.2022 *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This document is intended only to…
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NIFA-5-3d-NIFA SBIR Award Terms and Conditions 05.14.2022
Updated SBIR Award Terms and Conditions 05.14.2022 *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This document is intended only to provide clarity…
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FAQs for U.S.-Ireland Research and Development Call in Agriculture
This document addresses some of the most frequently asked questions about the general application information for the U.S.-Ireland Research and Development Partnership Call in Agriculture.
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Rapid Response to Extreme Weather Events Across Food and Agriculture Systems (A1712) Resources
This program area priority is designed to rapidly deploy strategies and fill knowledge and information gaps to protect the nation’s food and agricultural supply chains, from production through consumption, during and…
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2019 CYFAR Annual Report
The 2019 CYFAR Annual Report features the programmatic activities, outcomes, and impacts of the Children Youth and Families At-Risk (CYFAR) Program in 2019.
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Data Management Plan for NIFA-Funded Research, Education, and Extension Projects
NIFA’s mission is to invest in and advance agricultural research, education, and extension to solve societal challenges. NIFA’s investments in transformative science directly support the long-term prosperity and global preeminence of U…
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FY 2020 Allocation and Matching
FY 2020 data on the amount of funds awarded and matching requirements for 1862 and 1890 capacity grant recipients.
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NIFA-21-004 Coronavirus FAQs
This FAQ covers the most commonly asked questions about impacts of the COVID-19 emergency on USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) grants. NIFA continues to evaluate options and flexibilities related to coronavirus…
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eOrganic Established as a Community of Practice Within eXtension
The project team, “eOrganic: eXtension for Organic Agriculture,” includes nine land-grant scientists, directed by Alexandra Stone of Oregon State University. eXtension is a relatively new initiative, providing online resources…
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Core Competencies - EFNEP & SNAP-Ed
Core competencies are used to help state program leadership, supervisors and peer educators (paraprofessionals) achieve success in their respective roles, and to guide hiring, training, and program management decisions. Development and…
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EFNEP 2020 National Data Report
The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) consistently demonstrates strong results. Annual data confirms graduates improve their diets, improve their nutrition practices, stretch their food dollars farther, handle…
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EFNEP Evaluation - Adult Program
The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) collects data on all adults who participate in the program. Demographic characteristics, food and physical activity questionnaires and 24-hour dietary recalls are administered…
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SNAP-Ed FY 2019 - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education Report
SNAP-Ed FY 2019 - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education. A retrospective review of Land-Grant University SNAP-Ed programs and impacts.
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NIFA-19-001 Official NIFA Identifier
The official NIFA identifier was updated in November 2020 and is now comprised of the USDA logo with NIFA signature lockup. Per NIFA regulations and guidelines, it is expected that grantees use NIFA’s official identifier in…
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Equal Opportunity Staff Diversity and Inclusion Success Stories
Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences (FYCS) at the University of Florida, Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Committee.
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NIFA-20-013 Capacity Award Specific Terms and Conditions November 2020
Updated Capacity Programs Terms and Conditions for FY 2020, effective November 12, 2020. *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This…
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NIFA-20-014 1890 Facilities Program Specific Terms and Conditions November 2020
Updated 1890 Facilities Grants Specific Terms and Conditions for FY 2020, effective November 12, 2020. *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in…
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NIFA-20-015 Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) Specific Terms and Conditions November 2020
Updated Small Business Innovation Research Terms and Conditions for FY 2020, effective November 12, 2020. *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in…
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NIFA-20-007 AFRI Program Area Funding Levels and Award Durations
This table of the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 grant categories, program areas, funding levels and award durations is presented to help eligible national and state commodity boards understand the variety of opportunities in the…
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NIFA-20-009 - NIFA Research Agency Specific Terms & Conditions October 2020
Updated Research Terms and Conditions for FY 2020, effective 10/13/2020. *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This document is…