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Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-21-004 Coronavirus FAQs

This FAQ covers the most commonly asked questions about impacts of the COVID-19 emergency on USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) grants. NIFA continues to evaluate options and flexibilities related to coronavirus…

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-20-005 NIFA Coronavirus FAQs

This FAQ covers the most commonly asked questions about impacts of the COVID-19 emergency on USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) grants. NIFA continues to evaluate options and flexibilities related to coronavirus…

Webinars

COVID-19 FAQs Webinar

NIFA hosted a webinar on April 16, 2020, for Land-Grant Universities and other science partners to clarify answers to frequently asked questions about how the current situation caused by COVID-19 will affect NIFA programs. …

Webinars

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…

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NIFA-19-007 Matching requirement FAQ

NIFA developed Frequently Asked Questions relating to the 2018 Farm Bill Matching requirements as a resource for grantees. *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are…

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NIFA Application Development Guide

This guidebook is designed as a tool to help prospective USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) grantees develop application packages.

Official Documents & Guidelines

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…

Webinars

Prioritizing Nutrition Security: An Overview of Current NIFA Activities & Aims

Prioritizing Nutrition Security: An Overview of Current NIFA Activities & AimsPanelists: Sheila Fleischhacker, PhD, JD, RDN, National Science Liaison – Nutrition and Food Safety and NIFA Nutrition Security Team Co-LeadCarrie…

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NIFA FY 2025 President's Budget Proposal

NIFA’s Fiscal Year 2025 President’s Budget submission seeks funding to bolster scientific research in programs that enhance the nation’s resilience and response to climate change through innovative and new approaches.

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NIFA FY 2016 President's Budget Proposal

NIFA’s Fiscal Year 2016 President’s Budget submission seeks resources to develop a comprehensive approach to addressing the agriculture-health nexus, ensuring the health and well-being of our nation by supporting cutting-edge research,…

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NIFA FY 2014 President's Budget Proposal

NIFA’s Fiscal Year 2014 President’s Budget submission seeks funding to lead food and agricultural sciences to create a better future for the nation and the world. NIFA will focus resources on supporting programs that provide…

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NIFA FY 2015 President's Budget Proposal

NIFA’s Fiscal Year 2015 President’s Budget submission seeks funding to support programs that provide foundational knowledge, as well as on programs that will create substantial impacts by addressing critical issues facing the long-term…

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-15-019 Centers of Excellence Provision

SEC. 7214. CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE(a) IN GENERAL.—The Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 is amended by inserting after section 1672D (7 U.S.C. 5926) the following new section:SEC. 1673. CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE(a)…

Webinars

Children's Healthy Living (CHL) Program for Remote Underserved Minority Populations in the Pacific Region - IFSN Seminar

Dr. Rachel Novotny, University of Hawaii presented CHL—Children’s Healthy Living Project for Remote Underserved Minority Populations in the Pacific Region and CHL graduate students presented their research projects. This seminar…

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-15-012 National Institute of Food and Agriculture Guiding Principles

National Institute of Food and Agriculture Guiding Principles *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…

Webinars

FY22 Enhancing Agricultural Opportunities for Military Veterans Competitive Grant Program (AGVETS) Applicant Webinar

FY22 Enhancing Agricultural Opportunities for Military Veterans Competitive Grant Program (AGVETS) Applicant Webinar.

Official Documents & Guidelines

NIFA-18-001 NIFA Annual Monthly Intra-Governmental Payment and Collection (IPAC) Bill Processing Schedule for FY 2018

This is the NIFA Annual Monthly Intra-Governmental Payment and Collection (IPAC) Bill Processing Schedule for FY 2018.*Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to…

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