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NIFA Instructions on Returning Funds to ASAP

Request a copy of the slide deck: How to Return Funds to NIFA via ASAP.

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Limited English Proficiency

The Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Implementation Strategy of the U.S. Department of Justice and Untied States Department of Agriculture Guidance sets forth the recommended strategy and step-by-step procedures for ensuring that…

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General Terms and Conditions

This document, version dated March 2016, 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…

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AFRI Water for Agriculture Challenge Area Frequently Asked Questions

This document addresses some of the most frequently asked questions about the AFRI Water for Agriculture Challenge Area and general application information.

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National Framework for Health and Wellness

The new Cooperative Extension National Framework for Health and Wellness is a tool to help Extension systematically address the programmatic area of health and wellness at the individual, community, environmental, and policy levels. …

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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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VMLRP Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions may assist you in commonly asked questions regarding the VMLRP program, shortage nomination form, award process and other resources. If you have additional questions, please email us: VMLRP.Click a…

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VMLRP External Peer Review Panel - Reviewer Information

Please reference the document below for information that describes the selection process, roles, and responsibilities of volunteers who served on VMLRP “Nomination Panels” or “Award Panels” during the past program cycle.&nbsp…

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NIFA Policy Guide Comment Resolution Matrix

NIFA posted a draft version of the 2018 guide for public review and comment in June 2018. OGFM reviewed all comments submitted and made edits to the Policy Guide where appropriate. In cases where comments were not…

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Aging-Related Programs Developed and/or Delivered by Extension

The Land-Grant University and Cooperative Extension System is responsible for the development of many programs that contribute to the quality of life of Older Americans. The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) supports…

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FY 18 Capacity Grant Guidance Letter

The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIF A), like the rest of the Federal Government, is funded under a temporary FY 2018 Continuing Resolution (CR). Funding levels available to support our programs during the CR were…

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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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Post Award Compliance Reviews

The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) conducts post award compliance reviews to meet the agency’s responsibility under the Federal Managers’ Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA) to provide reasonable assurance that its…

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How ASAP Works

This is an overview of how the ASAP application works.

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Grantee Enrollment for Recipients New to ASAP

This resource illustrates the steps for the enrollment of a grantee, new to ASAP. ASAP is a role based application.

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ASAP Payment Process for NIFA Grantees

This simple flowchart illustrates the ASAP Payment Process for NIFA Grantees who are new to ASAP. There are 10 steps some of which are the responsibility of NIFA, the Recipient Organization, or ASAP and provide the process from the…

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Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) 10.500 Change

Effective Fiscal Year (FY) 2019, capacity and competitive extension programs will see a change in their Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance number. Currently all housed under 10.500, extension programs will be receiving their own…

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DRAFT Learning Definition

This document provides a theoretical definition of learning from the positive youth development framework. It is grounded in scholarly literature and strives to balance constructivist and sociocultural perspectives. It provides…

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FY2017 EFNEP RFA

FY2017 Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) RFA

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FY 2016 Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) RFA

FY 2016 Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) RFA

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FY 2015 Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) RFA

Although no new awards will be made in fiscal year (FY) 2015 for the AFRI Sustainable Bioenergy Challenge Area, NIFA will support and advance ongoing research, education, and extension in the Sustainable Bioenergy Program through…

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National Wild Turkey Federation Memorandum of Understanding

This cooperative effort will enhance coopering in planning, coordinating, and developing wildlife information exchange procedures and education programs of mutual interest to sustain and enhance natural resources for the economic,…

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