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SNAP-Ed FY 2019 - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education Infographic
December 28, 2020
SNAP-Ed FY 2019 - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education Infographic. Findings from FY 2019 Impacts Survey.
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The Junior Disease Detectives
April 5, 2018
This graphic novella is a work of fiction, but real public health threats and diseases are presented. This story is designed to raise youth awareness of infectious diseases and the public health risks they pose. In addition, this story…
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Vulnerable Populations Infographic
March 8, 2018
See how Extension professionals can harness vulnerable youth qualities to transform young lives and strengthen communities.
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Youth Development Infographics
November 10, 2022
These infographics highlight various aspects of NIFA's work in positive youth development.
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Fueling Discovery and Engagement in Ag through Competitive Grants Programs
June 21, 2017
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) envisions a future in which all people, at all times, have sufficient access to safe and nutritious foods that meet the needs and preferences for active and healthy lifestyles…
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Strengthening the Land-Grant University Mission through Capacity Funding
June 21, 2017
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is committed to supporting the research, education, and extension efforts of its land-grant institution partners. An important source of support for these institutions are…
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Diversifying the Next Generation of Agricultural STEM Leaders
May 12, 2017
NIFA is committed to developing an agricultural science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) workforce representative of current and projected demographics in America. A diversified workforce is critical for developing the…
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Calls to Conversation - Biosecurity to Protect America's Food and Agricultural System
May 12, 2017
Tactical science programs protect the integrity, reliability, sustainability, and profitability of the U.S. food and agricultural system against threats from pests, diseases, contaminants, and disasters. It is necessary to mitigate the…
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Calls to Conversation - Nutrition Education Programming in America
December 27, 2017
NIFA is committed to improving health and reducing hunger and poverty in America through nutrition education programming. Low-income families develop healthy habits in eating, physical activity, food handling, and food storage through…
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Calls to Conversation - Supporting the Tribal Land-Grant Institutions
May 12, 2017
NIFA commits to catalyzing transformative applied research, education, and extension at 1994 land-grant institutions to address critical challenges in Indian communities across the United States.
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Calls to Conversation - Fostering Positive Youth Development
May 11, 2017
Positive youth development is an intentional approach to promote positive outcomes for young people through family and community youth engagement for the benefit of society. Positive youth development focuses on building relationships…
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EFNEP Paraprofessional Supervision Infographic
February 1, 2017
Adequate and effective supervision of paraprofessionals is an essential component of the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). The following resources have been developed for supervisory training, self assessment,…
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NIFA Reinforces the Agricultural and Food Education Pipeline
November 24, 2020
Agricultural and Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education has been described as a "leaky pipeline," as fewer students remain to pursue careers in these fields as they progress through advanced study…
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NIFA Supports Federal Initiative to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance
November 15, 2016
Antimicrobial drugs (antimicrobials) are important for preventing, controlling, and treating diseases that harmful microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites) cause in humans, food animals, and plants. These types of drugs…
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Promoting an Energy Efficient America with Outreach Education (Infographic)
May 25, 2016
Consumption of energy affects many things, from food production to human health, and education to socioeconomic status. Global demand for energy is increasing in the face of limited resources, making our energy decisions of growing…
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Support Local Agriculture: Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food (Infographic)
April 28, 2016
Strong local and regional food systems increase access to fresh foods in both rural and urban areas, reducing hunger (food insecurity) in at-risk communities. These food systems also create jobs throughout rural America, supporting…
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NIFA Advances White House Pollinator Health Initiative
March 29, 2016
Insect pollination ensures a plentiful and diverse food supply. Due to recent declines in pollinator populations, the White House launched an initiative to protect pollinator health. As part of this initiative, the USDA National…
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NIFA Research Addresses The Food–Energy–Water System (Infographic)
February 29, 2016
USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) invests in research, education, and extension that will guide how society can best meet the growing demand for water, food, and energy. NIFA will invest in systems science…
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NIFA Funding Accelerates Wheat & Barley Plant Breeding (Infographic)
January 27, 2016
A major food systems challenge is the need to feed a growing global population with diminishing land and water resources in an increasingly variable climate. To address these challenges, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National…
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NIFA Empowers Indian Country Educators, Students, and Tribes
November 2, 2015
USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) provides funding to schools, tribes, businesses, and organizations in Indian Country to improve life for Native Americans. NIFA support includes grants to the 1994 Tribal Land…
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NIFA Helps Advance Sustainable Bioenergy and Bioproducts - Infographic
October 19, 2015
The use of non-renewable energy sources contributes to climate variability. One way to mitigate the effects of climate change is to produce bioenergy and biobased products, which also helps the nation create new jobs and promote rural…
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Head, Heart, Hands, and Health: 4-H Engages America’s Youth
October 5, 2015
The 4-H Youth Development Program is the youth outreach program of the land-grant universities' Cooperative Extension Services and the United States Department of Agriculture. 4-H National Headquarters at USDA’s National Institute of…
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NIFA Works to Ensure Safe and Abundant Water Supplies (Infographic)
September 21, 2015
From irrigation, to drinking, to manufacturing processes, sustainable sources of water are vital to life, industry, and energy production. USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture is focused on sound water and watershed…
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NIFA Helps Build a Better Future for Our Children
August 24, 2015
Childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and quadrupled in adolescents in the past 30 years. USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture is focused on enhancing health outcomes and preventing obesity through research,…