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Official Documents & Guidelines
NIFA-15-009 AREERA Stakeholder Input Requirements
AREERA Stakeholder Input Requirements. This document is digitally signed and cannot be altered. *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public…
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NIFA-15-010 List of Agriculture-Related Fields for HSACU Eligibility
The instructional programs listed in this appendix are observed to be agriculture-related fields for HSACU eligibility purposes. Programs are listed in numerical order by their six-digit CIP code followed by the full title of the…
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NIFA Federal Assistance Policy Guide
These documents provide information about the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) grant process and its associated authorities and NIFA’s responsibilities. The Office of Grants and Financial Management (OGFM) maintains…
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NIFA-12-002 System for Award Management
Eight federal procurement systems and the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance will be combined into one new system, the System for Award Management (SAM). The overarching benefits of SAM include streamlined and integrated processes,…
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NIFA-00-001 Administrative Manual for the McIntire-Stennis Cooperative Forestry Program
This manual sets forth administrative guidelines governing the use of funds allotted to the States under the provisions of the McIntire-Stennis Cooperative Forestry Research Act of October 10, 1962 (16 U.S.C. 582a-582a-7) …
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NIFA-19-017 McIntire-Stennis Cooperative Forestry Program Administrative Regulations Summary
Purpose: Funds allocated to the States…for the conduct of forestry research by schools of forestry, land-grant colleges, and the State Agricultural Experiment Stations. Policy: “All eligible institutions are required to conduct…
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NIFA-17-005 Federal Regulations for Intellectual Property
Regulations governing Intellectual Property from the Code of Federal Regulations.*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 document is…
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NIFA-15-018 EPSCoR Terms and Conditions
The Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) has program-specific terms and conditions.*Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public…
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NIFA-18-011 Indirect Costs - Frequently Asked Questions
Indirect Costs - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) *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 document is intended only to provide…
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…
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…
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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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…
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NIFA Helps Advance Sustainable Bioenergy and Bioproducts - Infographic
The use of non-renewable energy sources contributes to climate variability. One way to mitigate the effects of climate change is to produce bioenergy and biobased products, which also helps the nation create new jobs and…
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Fellowships/Scholarships Entry/Exit Form
The Fellowships/Scholarships Entry Form NIFA-2025 (OMB No. 0524-0039) to report on individual student beneficiaries.
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NIFA Funding Accelerates Wheat & Barley Plant Breeding (Infographic)
A major food systems challenge is the need to feed a growing global population with diminishing land and water resources in an increasingly variable climate. To address these challenges, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National…
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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 Research Addresses The Food–Energy–Water System (Infographic)
USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) invests in research, education, and extension that will guide how society can best meet the growing demand for water, food, and energy. NIFA will invest in systems science…
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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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The Junior Disease Detectives
This graphic novella is a work of fiction, but real public health threats and diseases are presented. This story is designed to raise youth awareness of infectious diseases and the public health risks they pose. In addition, this story…
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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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NIFA-18-017 Draft Update to NIFA Federal Assistance Policy Guide for Review
We revised the NIFA Federal Assistance Policy Guide (i.e., the Policy Guide), version dated Oct 2014, to incorporate changes from the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR part 200), NIFA terms and conditions, NIFA policies and procedures, and…
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Updates to NIFA Policy Guide Webinar PowerPoint Slides
These are the PowerPoint slides used during the webinars for updates to the NIFA Policy Guide.
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NIFA-19-003 EFNEP National Guidelines for Social Media
The EFNEP National Guidelines for Social Media were updated in 2014. The guidelines were developed by the EFNEP Southern Region Social Media Committee and reviewed by the National EFNEP Office at the National Institute of Food and…