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VMLRP Request for Applications

Applications and recommendations for the FY 2021 VMLRP RFA must be received by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, April 16, 2021. Applications and recommendations received after this deadline will not be considered for funding…

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Guidance for AFRI Reviewers

Please read the Guidance for AFRI Reviewers for reviews of FY 2021 and FY 2022 Agriculture and Food Research Initiative applications. This document provides insight into the review process and helpful guidelines for AFRI reviewers…

Instructions

Limited English Proficiency Training 2020

Limited English Proficiency Training 2020. For assistance with this document, please contact NIFA’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights.

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Data Gateway Resource Page

The Data Gateway enables users to find funding data, metrics, and information about research, education, and extension projects that have received grant awards from NIFA.

Official Documents & Guidelines

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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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…

Official Documents & Guidelines

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…

Official Documents & Guidelines

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…

Official Documents & Guidelines

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…

Official Documents & Guidelines

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…

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-20-013 Capacity Award Specific Terms and Conditions October 2020

Updated Capacity Programs Terms and Conditions for FY 2020, effective August 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…

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-20-014 1890 Facilities Program Specific Terms and Conditions October 2020

Updated 1890 Facilities Grants Specific Terms and Conditions for FY 2020, effective August 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…

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-20-015 Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) Specific Terms and Conditions October 2020

Updated Small Business Innovation Research Terms and Conditions for FY 2020, effective October 13, 2020. *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the…

Instructions

AFRI Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Frequently asked questions about the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI)

Instructions

USDA Civil Rights Policy Statement (May 22, 2020)

USDA Civil Rights Policy Statement (May 22, 2020), Signed by Secretary Sonny Perdue.

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-20-016 NIFA Federal Assistance Policy Guide

This document provides information about the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) grant process and its associated authorities and NIFA’s responsibilities. The Office of Grants and Financial Management (OGFM) maintains…

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-20-012 - NIFA Research Agency Specific Terms & Conditions July 2020

Updated research terms and conditions for FY 2020, effective 7/15/2020. *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…

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-20-013 Capacity Award Specific Terms and Conditions July 2020

Updated Capacity programs terms and conditions for FY 2020, effective July 15, 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…

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-20-014 1890 Facilities Program Specific Terms and Conditions July 2020

Updated 1890 Facilities Grants Specific Terms and Conditions for FY 2020, effective July 15, 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…

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-20-005 NIFA 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…

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-20-007 USDA NIFA Implementation of OMB Memorandum M-20-26

Consistent with federal government agencies across the United States in the face of the new and unique challenges in confronting the COVID-19 epidemic, USDA NIFA continues to prioritize the health and safety of the research community…

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Frequently Asked Questions: Grant Management

This document addresses frequently-asked questions regarding payments, enrollment, and financial reporting.

Instructions

VMLRP External Peer Review Panel - Reviewer Information

Please reference the document below for information that describes the selection process, roles, and responsibilities of volunteers who served on VMLRP “Nomination Panels” or “Award Panels” during the past program cycle.&nbsp…

Instructions

WebNEERS - EFNEP Annual Update/5-Year Plan

This resource provides WebNEERS users with written instructions and training modules for the EFNEP Annual Update/5-Year Plan. Module durations are noted parenthetically. Request the EFNEP 5 Year Plan (2020-2024) Program…

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VMLRP Taxes and 1099G Document

The following information is provided to VMLRP recipients about potential tax liability and Form 1099-G. This resource is meant to be informative in nature, and is not intended to be a substitute for professional tax advice. …

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