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Youth Development Infographics
These infographics highlight various aspects of NIFA's work in positive youth development.
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Tactical Science: Continuing the Commitment
“Tactical Science: Continuing the Commitment," is a NIFA-authored, concise, document serving to focus future dialogue around the tactical science topic. It resulted from more detailed programmatic analysis and further…
Reports
1994 and 1862 Land-Grant Cooperation Progress Report
On Sept. 22-23, 2016, the National Institute of Food and Agriculture hosted a meeting in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, for 1994 and 1862 land-grant university representatives. The meeting, themed “Engagement and Success of Land-Grant…
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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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EFNEP Paraprofessional Supervision Infographic
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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Support Local Agriculture: Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food (Infographic)
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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Promoting an Energy Efficient America with Outreach Education (Infographic)
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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4-H Overview
4-H has a rich history of being a leader in positive youth development experiences for more than a century. The tie with land-grant universities and the U.S. Department of Agriculture assures a research and science base to the program…
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How 4-H is Implemented
From the very beginning it was intended that the Cooperative Extension Service would provide for the teaching of youth. Funding for Cooperative Extension programs, including 4-H, conducted by the land-grant universities is…
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4-H Guiding Principles
The 4-H Guiding Principles document lists effective practices of the guiding principles for positive youth development that underlie all 4-H Youth Development programming.
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4-H Programming Partnerships
The following partnerships are with Cooperative Extension Service 4-H professionals at the land-grant universities and representatives from National 4-H Council. The Division of Youth and 4-H works with these partners to provide…
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Listening Session and Program Enhancement
USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) hosted a stakeholder listening initiative: NIFA Listens Regarding Administration of the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP) and the Veterinary Services Grant Program…
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2017 CYFAR Annual Report
The 2017 CYFAR Annual Report features the programmatic activities, outcomes, and impacts of the Children Youth and Families At-Risk (CYFAR) Program in 2017.
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2016 CYFAR Annual Report
The 2016 CYFAR Annual Report features the programmatic activities, outcomes, and impacts of the Children Youth and Families At-Risk (CYFAR) Program in 2016.
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Programa de Investigación e Innovación para Pequeñas Empresas
Read this page in English. El Instituto Nacional de Alimentación y Agricultura (NIFA, por sus siglas en inglés) administra el programa SBIR del Departamento de Agricultura de los Estados Unidos (USDA), el cual se centra en proyectos…
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2018 Fresh from the Field
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FY 2018 Congressional Actions
Information related to NIFA's FY 2018 Budget. The "2018 Appropriations - House & Senate Funding Table" document shows the difference between the House and Senate versions of the Appropriations Bill. The "2018 Appropriation Table"…
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Vulnerable Populations Infographic
See how Extension professionals can harness vulnerable youth qualities to transform young lives and strengthen communities.
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Environmental Health Resources
Discover examples of key resources created by our federal partners at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to help educate youth on the topic of Environmental…
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Safe and Healthy Homes Resources
Discover all the youth friendly educational resources that the federal government has to offer to help to keep your living areas safe and healthy. The following resources are from various federal agencies that promote safe and healthy…
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Experiential Learning Model
For over 100 years, multiple learning theories have offered growing support for the experiential learning model which serves as one of the frameworks for 4-H programs and curriculum. The experiential learning model allows youth to…
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Federal Learning Resources
This document provides a representative summary of learning resources designed for youth or those who work with youth that are available from the federal government.
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Positive Youth Development Point of Departure
On August 3rd and 4th, the University of Georgia, Fort Valley State University, and NIFA hosted a Call to Conversation regarding Positive Youth Development (PYD) that was framed by a “Point of Departure” document. The main point taken…
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CYFAR at 25 Years: What Are They Doing Now?
This report highlights the Children Youth and Families At-Risk (CYFAR) program's goals, projects and alumni over the course of the program's existence.