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Instructions
Logic Model Planning Process
A logic model is a conceptual tool for planning and evaluation which displays the sequence of actions that describes what the science-based program is and will do. A logic model:Clarifies the linkages between investments and activities…
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Guidance on Federal Human Resources and Benefits for Cooperative Extension Service
For information on Federal policies and procedures that support the Cooperative Extension Service please contact: Sonny Barber Personnel & Data Information Specialist Human Resources Branch USDA, ARS, AFM National Capital Region…
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Integrated Programs' Logic Model Planning Process
The logic model is a planning tool to improve the quality of an integrated research, education, and extension project proposal. Below are links to a few web resources that describe logic models and how to use them. Many others are…
Instructions
Flow Chart for AFRI Strengthening Grant Eligibility
The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) Strengthening Grants are limited to:Small and mid-sized or minority-serving degree-granting institutions that previously had limited institutional success for receiving federal funds…
Official Documents & Guidelines
NIFA-15-006 NIFA Diversity and Inclusion Policy Statement
This is the NIFA Diversity and Inclusion Policy Statement signed by NIFA's Director, Dr. Sonny Ramaswamy on September 2, 2014. *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not…
Official Documents & Guidelines
NIFA-15-007 NIFA Harassment Policy Statement
This is the NIFA Harassment Policy Statement signed by NIFA's Director, Dr. Sonny Ramaswamy on December 13, 2012. *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the…
Official Documents & Guidelines
NIFA-17-007 NIFA Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
This is the NIFA Equal Employment Opportunity Statement signed by NIFA's Director, Dr. Ramaswamy, on September 22, 2017. *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to…
Official Documents & Guidelines
NIFA-17-008 NIFA Sexual Harassment Policy Statement
This is the NIFA Sexual Harassment Policy Statement, signed by NIFA's Director, Dr. Sonny Ramaswamy, on September 22, 2017. *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to…
Instructions
BFRDP Outcomes Based Reporting Guide
To measure progress towards the primary BFRDP goal of "providing beginning farmer and rancher producers and their families in the U.S., as appropriate, with the knowledge, skills and tools needed to make informed decisions for their…
Instructions
REEport Quick Guide: How to Submit a Final Report
On this page, you will find step-by-step instructions on how to submit a final report in REEport. For comprehensive REEport instructions, see the REEport User Guide.
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REEport Quick Guide: How to Submit a Progress Report
On this page, you will find step-by-step instructions on how to submit a progress report in REEport. For comprehensive REEport instructions, see the REEport User Guide.
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REEport Quick Guide: How to Submit a Project Initiation
On this page, you will find step-by-step instructions on how to submit a project initiation in REEport. For comprehensive REEport instructions, see the REEport User Guide.
Official Documents & Guidelines
NIFA-15-005 NIFA Civil Rights Accountability Policy and Procedures
This is the NIFA Civil Rights Accountability Policy and Procedures as required under USDA's Departmental Directive (DR) 4300-010, "Civil Rights Accountability Policy and Procedures," signed by NIFA's Director, Dr. Sonny Ramaswamy, on…
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…
Instructions
WebNEERS - End of Year & Starting New Reporting Period
This resource provides WebNEERS users with written instructions and training modules for end of year reporting and for starting a new reporting period. Module durations are noted parenthetically. Special Note: The videos are currently…
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WebNEERS - EFNEP Annual Update/5-Year Plan
This resource provides WebNEERS users with written instructions and training modules for the EFNEP Annual Update/5-Year Plan. Module durations are noted parenthetically. Request the EFNEP 5 Year Plan (2020-2024) Program…
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WebNEERS - Export Files
This resource is a codebook outlining data points users can export from WebNEERS for external analysis. Overview of Export Data Feature PDF Codebook Excel Codebook
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WebNEERS - User Manual, Training Modules & Other Resources
This resource provides WebNEERS users with written instructions and training modules for WebNEERS. Module durations are noted parenthetically.
Official Documents & Guidelines
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…
Official Documents & Guidelines
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…
Official Documents & Guidelines
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,…
Instructions
McIntire-Stennis Project Proposal Essentials
McIntire-Stennis project proposals may be submitted to NIFA at any time throughout the year. When submitting project proposals to the McIntire-Stennis program you must ensure that it is written in a format that includes all the items…
Official Documents & Guidelines
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) …
Official Documents & Guidelines
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…