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Community Nutrition Education (CNE) Logic Model

The Community Nutrition Education (CNE) Logic Model applies a socio-ecological approach to support a broad continuum of intervention strategies and outcomes over time. The three levels of intervention are: individual, family, or…

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2015 NIFA Response to the Plan of Work (POW) Panel of Experts Final Report

The Plan of Work (POW) Panel of Experts convened on June 16-18, 2015, and was composed of representatives from Land-Grant Universities (LGUs) and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The Panel identified streamlining…

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Agricultural Research, Extension, and Education Reform Act of 1998

Agricultural Research, Extension, and Education Reform Act of 1998

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Interim Administrative Guidance published in Federal Register

Interim Administrative Guidance published in Federal Register

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Guidelines for State Plans of Work

Guidelines for State Plans of Work

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Animal Breeding Awards - AFRI

Attached are the awards made in both 2013 and 2014 listed under their respective programs.

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2015 Plan of Work Panel of Experts Final Report

The Plan of Work (POW) Panel of Experts convened on June 16-18, 2015, and was composed of representatives from Land-Grant Universities (LGUs) and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The Panel identified streamlining…

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National 4-H & Youth Development Outcomes & Indicators

National 4-H & Youth Development Outcomes & Indicators

Webinars

AFRI FASE Webinar

NIFA periodically offers webinars to EPSCoR states on funding opportunities and other programmatic information. AFRI FASE & EPSCoR FY 2017 Webinar

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Manual of Classification

The Manual of Classification for Agricultural and Forestry Research, Education, and Extension is the authority for classifying research, education, and extension activities in the Research, Education, and Extension Project Online…

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eOrganic Established as a Community of Practice Within eXtension

The project team, “eOrganic: eXtension for Organic Agriculture,” includes nine land-grant scientists, directed by Alexandra Stone of Oregon State University. eXtension is a relatively new initiative, providing online resources…

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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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USDA NO FEAR Act Data Posting

The Notification and Federal Employee Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act of 2002 (NO FEAR Act) (Public Law 107-174) requires Federal Agencies to post cumulative year-to-date summary statistical EEO complaint data on a…

Infographics

"And Justice For All" Poster

The "And Justice For All" Civil Rights poster is the primary method utilized to inform customers of their rights that displays information relevant to assisted programs, and the versions with direct links are as follows:AD-475A: This…

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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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Engaging and Strengthening SNAP-Ed & EFNEP Partnerships

These two documents are appropriate for use by both SNAP-Ed and EFNEP coordinators. They were created by the SNAP-Ed Program Development Team to assist in increasing communication and building lasting relationships. The…

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Ensuring Accountability for Liability Findings Against the USDA

USDA takes complaints of discrimination very seriously. As a testament to this, the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration has established an Equal Opportunity Accountability Unit. This is the direct result of Secretary…

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National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Report for FY 2011

FY 2011 Pre-Environmental Assessments

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National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Report for FY 2012

FY 2012 Pre-Environmental Assessments

Webinars

Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition (IFSN) Seminar Series

The Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition (IFSN) Seminar Series aims to disseminate new knowledge, engage with partners and stakeholders, and inspire the next generation of food safety and nutrition experts. Seminars are offered…

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SCRI Abstracts

This list provides links to abstracts for abstracts of SCRI funded projects.

Webinars

Centers of Excellence Prior Webinars

The Office of Grants and Financial Management at NIFA held educational webinars to present information on the FY15 implementation of the Centers of Excellence provision from the 2014 Farm Bill. Download July 17 and 31, 2014…

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Fiscal Year 2015 VMLRP Maximum Nomination Allocation Table

All nominating entities (States, Special Consideration Areas*, and Federal Lands) are listed in alphabetical order, followed by the maximum number of nominations (new or retained) that may be designated for FY 2015.

Infographics

NIFA Works to Ensure Safe and Abundant Water Supplies (Infographic)

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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Head, Heart, Hands, and Health: 4-H Engages America’s Youth

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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