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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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Division of Family & Consumer Sciences
The Division of Family & Consumer Sciences (DFCS) strengthens families, farms, communities, and the economy by focusing on the human and community dimensions of food and agriculture. Through scientific research and its application;…
Presentations
Social Implications of Food and Agriculture Technologies
This program area priority within the Agriculture Economics and Rural Communities (AERC) program area supports the examination of the social implications of technology as a form of technology assessment that anticipates the…
Instructions
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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Equipment Grants Program (EGP) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Equipment Grant Program (EGP) serves to increase access to shared-use special purpose equipment/instruments for fundamental and applied research for use in the food and agricultural sciences programs at institutions of higher…
Instructions
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…
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Food Loss and Waste | Template for Agency Action
Food Loss and Waste. A template for agency action.
Reports
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.
Infographics
SNAP-Ed FY 2019 - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education Infographic
SNAP-Ed FY 2019 - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education Infographic. Findings from FY 2019 Impacts Survey.
Presentations
Equitable Distribution Training 2020
Equitable Distribution Training - 2020.For assistance with this document, please contact NIFA’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights.
Newsletters
2020 NIFA Update
DECEMBER December 16 December 9 December 2 NOVEMBER November 25 November 18 November 11 November 4 OCTOBER October 28 October 21 October 14 October 7 SEPTEMBER September 30 September 23 …
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.
Factsheets
Crop Protection and Pest Management (CPPM) FAQs - 2021
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) for NIFA's Crop Protection and Pest Management Competitive Grants Program - Funding Year 2021
Instructions
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…
Presentations
Civil Rights Review Process Overview
To provide land grant universities with a general overview of NIFA’s streamlined civil rights compliance review process, including: Authority, Purpose and Process; and Review Areas and Subcomponents. For assistance with this document,…
Infographics
NIFA Reinforces the Agricultural and Food Education Pipeline
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. Students…
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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.
Official Documents & Guidelines
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…