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AFRI Sustainable Agricultural Systems RFA Frequently Asked Questions
These are some Frequently Asked Questions about the AFRI Sustainable Agricultural Systems program.
Fellowships/Scholarships Entry/Exit Form
The Fellowships/Scholarships Entry Form NIFA-2025 (OMB No. 0524-0039) to report on individual student beneficiaries.
National and Multi-state 4-H Event Approval
4-H events support the intentional learning experiences of 4-H youth, volunteers and professionals. The primary types of 4-H events are: educational, informational, and competitive. These events may take place in a physical, virtual,…
VMLRP Applicants
This page provides information and useful links for those veterinarians interested in applying for a VMLRP award. It is strongly encouraged to work through the links below to prepare and submit an application. Please review the…
VMLRP Shortage Situation Nomination Allocation
The Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP) allows each state to nominate a set number of Veterinarian Shortage Situations each fiscal year. The VMLRP Maximum Nomination Allocation table contains the maximum number of…
Logic Model Planning Process
A logic model is a conceptual tool for planning and evaluation which displays the sequence of actions that describes what the science-based program is and will do. A logic model: Clarifies the linkages between investments and…
History of USDA EPSCoR States
Since NIFA determines Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) state eligibility every year, a number of states will join or leave (“graduate from”) the 19-state list every year. This chart shows the history of…
AFRI 2020 Annual Review
The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) is NIFA's flagship competitive grants program. The purpose is to support research, education, and extension work that address key problems of national and regional importance in…
NIFA Reporting System User Guide
This manual is designed to provide users with a framework for utilizing and understanding the features of the NIFA Reporting System.
FY 2023 Congressional Actions
Information related to NIFA's FY 2023 Budget. The "FY 2023 Enacted NIFA Analysis - Agriculture Appropriation" document shows FY 2023 Agriculture Appropriations for the Enacted Consolidated Appropriations Act. On December 29, 2022,…
Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) and HSIs with Hispanic-Serving Agricultural College and Universities (HSACU) Certification
To be recognized as an HSI, institutions must have a minimum of 25 percent Hispanic enrollment. Hispanic-Serving Agricultural Colleges and Universities (HSACUs) are represented. In addition to the enrollment requirement, a HSACU must…
2022 NIFA Update Archives
NOTE: given the archival nature of this content, it is possible that some hyperlinks in previous versions of the NIFA Update may be broken.
Food Safety Outreach Program Tip Sheets
The Food Safety Outreach Program tip sheets are resources designed for applicants in the development of proposed applications.
NIFA-21-003 Non-Land-grant Colleges of Agriculture (NLGCA) List
This Non-Land-grant Colleges of Agriculture (NLGCA) list is a listing of all NIFA-certified NLGCA institutions. This list is updated with newly certified Non-Land-grant Colleges of Agriculture on a regular basis. Certified NLGCA…
Youth Development Infographics
These infographics highlight various aspects of NIFA's work in positive youth development.
EFNEP Technology Guidelines
This document includes the EFNEP Technology Guidelines reviewed in June 2022.
GusNIP Listening Session
NIFA hosted a listening session on October 20, 2021 to collect stakeholder feedback
Science Emphasis Area (SEA) and Knowledge Area (KA) Connection
The Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Reform Act (AREERA) requires that states submit a Plan of Work (POW), including yearly accomplishments and results, in order to receive federal funding. As part of the POW and…
4-H Name and Emblem Application
For more information about the 4-H Name and Emblem, contact Division Director, Youth and 4-H.
Post Award Compliance Reviews
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) conducts post award compliance reviews to meet the agency’s responsibility under the Federal Managers’ Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA) to provide reasonable assurance that its…
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…
Request for Non-Land-grant Colleges of Agriculture Designation
The Non-Land-grant Colleges of Agriculture Designation guidance can be used by eligible institutions to submit a request to be designated as an NLGCA institution. This NIFA-certified designation is an eligibility requirement for the…
USDA Equal Opportunity Public Notification Policy
USDA's Equal Opportunity Public Notification Policy training. For assistance with this document, please contact NIFA’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights.
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…
Data Science for Food and Agricultural Systems FAQ
Included below are Frequently Asked Questions about the Data Science for Food and Agricultural Systems (DSFAS) within the AFRI Foundational and Applied Science (FAS) program.
