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NIFA Invests $300K in Response to Extreme Weather Events Across the U.S. (AFRI 1712)
NIFA has funded — through the Rapid Response to Extreme Weather Events Across Food and Agriculture Systems program — one University of Nebraska–Lincoln project related to straight-line winds, large hail and tornadoes.
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USDA Announces 2024 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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Committee on Controlled Environment Technology and Use Wins 2024 agInnovation Excellence in Multistate Research Award
At the recent annual meeting of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), agInnovation (a unit of the APLU Commission on Food, Environment and Renewable Resources) presented the 2024 Excellence in Multistate…
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NIFA-Funded Projects Behind Your Holiday Meal
As you come together with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving, it's worth acknowledging the invaluable contribution of our nation's Land-grant universities and colleges in ensuring a delectable spread.
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Tribal Colleges and Universities Building Stronger Communities
Tribal Colleges and Universities are an important part of the Land-grant System. Currently, more than 30 Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCU) across 13 states are designated as 1994 Land-grant Institutions.
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Tribal Beef Cattle Herds Improving through University of Idaho Fort Hall Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program Efforts
University of Idaho (UI) Fort Hall Extension is enhancing beef cattle quality and decreasing calving difficulties for Fort Hall Reservation beef cattle herds with support from USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture’s…
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USDA NIFA Invests $14 Million to Further Food Safety Research and Outreach
The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) today announced a $14 million investment to support food safety research, outreach and workforce training.
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USDA, Cooperative Extension & APLU Award 2024 Top Honors in Extension Excellence and Diversity
Recognizing visionary leadership and diversity in educational programming, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), Cooperative Extension and the Association of Public and Land…
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NIFA-Funded Researchers Investigate Antimicrobial Resistance
World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week is Nov. 18-24. Antimicrobial resistance occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites no longer respond to antimicrobial agents. As a result of drug resistance, antibiotics and…
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USDA Announces New Investments in Tribal Students and Higher Education
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced two Tribal higher education opportunities and investments to train the next generation of agricultural professionals.
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The Perfect Recipe: Extension, College and Experiment Station
The Land-grant University System was created through the First and Second Morrill Acts. At its most basic level, the tripartite mission of the Land-grant University System is to teach, conduct research and provide service to…
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NIFA Outlines Progress, Sets New Goals on Advancing Climate Change Science in New Accomplishments and Action Agenda Report
In May 2022, the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) outlined an ambitious action agenda for how the agency would address the climate crisis. More than two years on, a new report outlines the various initiatives…
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NIFA Invests $8M in Biorefining and Biomanufacturing (A1531)
The program supports the USDA and National Research Priorities to create a sustainable bioeconomy and reach bold goals for U.S. biotechnology and biomanufacturing.
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University of Nevada Enrolls Largest Cohort from Its Tribal College Prep Camp
USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture supports projects that enhance opportunities for Native American students to pursue careers in agriculture and natural resources through a number of different programs. One program,…
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NIFA Invests $26.8 Million to Further Commercialize Small Business-Led Innovations
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an investment of over $26.8 million as part of the USDA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.
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USDA Invests $29M to Strengthen WIC Workforce
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced a $29 million investment into programs supporting the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Workforce National Strategy. …
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Skills for College-Age through International Learning: Traveling Tigers!
Studying abroad can be a life-changing experience for students by expanding their career options and providing invaluable skills and experiences. Through funding from two USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture's NEXTGen…
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Conversation with University of Puerto Rico-Utuado Researcher: Dr. Mariangie Ramos
Get to know USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) funded-researcher Dr. Mariangie Ramos. Dr. Ramos is at the University of Puerto Rico (UPR)-Utuado where she is a part of three NIFA-funded projects.
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NIFA Invests $4M in Regional Climate-Informed Solutions for Agricultural and Natural Resource Managers (A1721)
The Extension, Education and USDA Climate Hubs Partnership program area priority supports effective, translatable and scalable approaches to address climate change through regional partnerships including the USDA Climate Hubs and…
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Arkansas Researchers Uncover What Makes Some Chickens More Water Efficient than Others
Efficient, science-based animal agriculture translates into affordable and high-quality food for the consumer.
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USDA Invests $46M in Efforts to Address Food and Nutrition Security
The USDA announced today an investment of more than $46 million in projects aimed to tackle food and nutrition insecurity in underserved communities, as well as support healthy diets.
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NIFA Invests $20M in Crop Protection and Pest Management (CPPM)
The Crop Protection and Pest Management (CPPM) program addresses high priority issues related to pests (including insects, nematodes, pathogens, and weeds) and their management.
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NIFA Invests $4.1M in AgVets
The Enhancing Agricultural Opportunities for Military Veterans (AgVets) program specifically targets military veterans interested in pursuing careers across the food and agricultural sector.
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NIFA Invests $933K in Food and Agriculture Service Learning Program
The Food & Agriculture Service-Learning Program (FASLP) is excited to announce a near $1 million dollar investment for 4 awardees that will continue to further the mission of this innovative competitive grant program.
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Celebrating 30 Years of 1994 Land-grant Colleges
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Equity in Educational Land-grant Status Act being signed into law. In 1994, there were 29 Tribal Colleges designated as 1994 Land-grant Institutions (LGI). Today, there are 35 recognized…
