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NIFA General Terms and Conditions Grants and Cooperative Agreements

This document provides National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) general terms and conditions that apply to all research and research-related awards (i.e., research, education, and extension) to institutions of higher education…

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BRDI Terms and Conditions, 2011

Biomass Research and Development Initiative (BRDI) Terms and Conditions, 2011

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BRDI Terms and Conditions, 2015

Biomass Research and Development Initiative (BRDI) Terms and Conditions, 2015

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.

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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.

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The Climate Hub Fellows Program

​The Climate Hub Fellows Program is seeking enthusiastic applicants who want to enhance their professional skills in the public arena through serving in a term-employment with the USDA Regional Climate Hubs. The CHFP seeks applicants…

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Improving Feeding Practices in Childcare Settings: An Integrated Project - IFSN Seminar

Dr. Kate Speirs, University of Illinois at Champaign Urbana presented a Post-Doctoral Fellowship Seminar entitled "Improving Feeding Practices in Childcare Settings: An Integrated Project." This seminar was approved by the Commission…

Reports

Fiscal Year 2014 VMRLP Annual Report

The 2014 annual report provides information about the applications, awards, and designated veterinary shortage areas for the fiscal year in the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP).

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EFNEP Coordinators and National Office Directory

This document contains the contact information for the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Coordinators and the National Office.

Webinars

Veterinary Services Grant Program Stakeholder Webinar

This webinar presentation for stakeholders provides a detailed overview of the Veterinary Services Grant Program, including its legislative background, goals and purpose, expected timeline, and the application process. REQUEST SLIDE…

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NIFA Final Revised Guidelines for State Plans of Work for the Agricultural Research and Extension Formula Funds

NIFA Final Revised Guidelines for State Plans of Work for the Agricultural Research and Extension Formula Funds

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March 2018 IFSN Seminar

On March 6, 2018, Mr. Terrence Martin presented a webinar titled “Urban Extension 'Nutrition on the Move' for all Alabamians”. This seminar has been approved by the Commission on Dietetic Registration for 1.0 Continuing Professional…

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EFNEP Research and Cost Benefit Studies

EFNEP RELATED RESEARCHEFNEP Research Database (external link)5 Year Comparison of EFNEP Results by Race and Ethnicity 2007-2011 DataIf you have a study to contribute, please email Jan SchollCOST BENEFIT STUDIESWhat Have We Learned…

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Nutrition and Health Committee for Planning and Guidance Year End Reports

The Nutrition and Health Committee for Planning and Guidance, formed in 2008, works with NIFA national program leaders (NPL) to strategically position extension programs for the future. Committee members represent all regions of the…

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MD-715 Report

2017 Fiscal Year End Contact eos@usda.gov for questions and support.

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7 CFR 3417 Final Rule - 1890 and Insular Area Matching Requirements

On May 11, 2018, the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) published in the Federal Register a Final Rule making amendments to 7 CFR 3419 – “Matching Funds Requirements for Agricultural Research and Extension Capacity Funds…

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Insular Area Authorized Representative Clarification

Memorandum from Dr. Sonny Ramaswamy to 1862 Insular Area Institutions regarding Insular Area Hatch Act (Research) and Smith-Lever Act (Extension) Award Authorized Representative - Authorized Organizational Representative Clarification…

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EFNEP: Research Studies 1989- 2008

Research studies of the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) from 1989 to 2008.

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EFNEP Results by Race and Ethnicity 2007-2011

A five-year comparison of Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program results by race and ethnicity (2007-2011).

Webinars

April 2018 IFSN Seminar

On April 23rd, 2018, Dr. Leslie Cunningham-Sabo presented a webinar titled “Considerations for Dissemination and Adoption of School-Based Childhood Obesity Prevention Programs”. This seminar has been approved by the Commission on…

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EFNEP Request for Applications

Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) request for application (RFA) for Fiscal Year 2024 may be viewed below.Return to the Grants Management: RFAs

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Annual National EFNEP Conference

The National Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Conference furthers NIFA’s mission by bringing together representatives from all 1862 and 1890 Land-Grant Universities for pre-conference sessions…

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FY 2019 Budget Resources

Information related to NIFA's FY 2019 Budget. The first file is a table which shows the difference between the House and Senate versions of the Appropriations Bill. The second file is a memo that highlights the major parts of the…

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