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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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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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Vulnerable Populations Infographic

See how Extension professionals can harness vulnerable youth qualities to transform young lives and strengthen communities.

Videos

How to get a USDA eAuthenticaion Level 2 Account

This video provides step-by-step instructions for how to obtain a USDA eAuthentication (eAuth) Level 2 Account. This is a necessary step for any NIFA customer or partner who needs to use the ezFedGrants system, as you must first…

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MSCFR & RREA Administrative Meeting Brochure

The 2021 McIntire-Stennis Cooperative Forestry Research (MSCFR) and the Renewable Resources Extension Act (RREA) programs will hold two events (Fall and Spring) to identify opportunities, discuss challenges, and collaborate in…

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Nutritional Security Webinar Series Flyer: Prioritizing Nutrition Security - Emerging Approaches in Research and Practice

Learn about emerging approaches to prioritizing nutrition security in research and practice at an upcoming webinar on Monday, September 27th from 3 – 4:30 p.m. EST (2 – 3:30 p.m. CST).

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Nutritional Security Webinar Series Speaker Bios: Prioritizing Nutrition Security - Emerging Approaches in Research and Practice

Prioritizing Nutrition Security - Emerging Approaches in Research and Practice: Speaker bios

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit: February 2022

To download these NIFA Social Media Toolkit images, click the .zip file link located at the bottom of the page Overarching Theme: Black History Month 2022 National Theme: Black Health and Wellness This theme acknowledges the legacy…

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit: March 2022

To download these NIFA Social Media Toolkit images, click the .zip file link located at the bottom of the page Overarching Theme: National Women’s History Month This month's toolkit will highlight NIFA's work supporting women…

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NIFA FY 2022 President's Budget Proposal

Discretionary funding totaling $1.96 billion will support high-priority issues, including a $700 million investment in America’s flagship agricultural science competitive grants program. The document describes the funding proposed in…

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SNAP-Ed FY 2019 - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education Infographic

SNAP-Ed FY 2019 - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education Infographic. Findings from FY 2019 Impacts Survey.

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit June 2022

Here's a sample of what's included in our social media toolkit. To download the entire collection, click the .zip file link located at the bottom of the page June Overarching Theme: Agriculture is Everywhere National Dairy Month …

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Grant Writing Poster

Poster highlight grant writing resources.

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit: May 2022

Overarching Theme: Creating More and Better Markets. As we build back better, we must create more and better markets for producers and consumers alike.

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit July 2022

July Overarching Theme: Celebrate Summer’s Bounty Here's a sample of what's included in our social media toolkit. To download the entire collection, click the .zip file link located at the bottom of the page National Blueberry…

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit: April 2022

To download these NIFA Social Media Toolkit images, click the .zip file link located at the bottom of the page Overarching Theme: Care for the Earth This month’s toolkit will highlight NIFA-funded projects that advance energy…

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit January 2023

Key DatesHere's a sample of what's included in our social media toolkit. To download the entire collection, click the .zip file link located at the bottom of the pageJanuary is National Soup Month Jan. 5: National Bird DayJan. 11:…

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit February 2023

Key DatesHere's a sample of what's included in our social media toolkit. To download the entire collection, click the .zip file link located at the bottom of the page Black History MonthAmerican Heart MonthFeb. 2: World Wetlands…

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit August 2022

August Overarching Theme: More and Better Markets Here's a sample of what's included in our social media toolkit. To download the entire collection, click the .zip file link located at the bottom of the page National…

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit: March 2023

Key DatesTo download the entire collection, click the .zip file link located at the bottom of the page National Nutrition MonthNational Women’s History MonthMarch 3: World Wildlife DayMarch 20: First Day of SpringMarch 21-27:…

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit September 2022

Overarching Theme: Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion Here's a sample of what's included in our social media toolkit. To download the entire collection, click the .zip file link located at the bottom of the page Back to School …

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit November 2022

November 2022 social media toolkit offers images and sample posts to use for your own social media.

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NIFA Social Media Communications Toolkit October 2022

October 2022 social media toolkit offers images and sample posts to use for your own social media.

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NRS Learning Community

(coming soon)The NRS Learning Community will offer on-demand access to educational resources and training content for the NIFA Reporting System. The pre-recorded instructional videos will cover topics designed to enhance user knowledge…

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