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NIFA DOI Indirect Cost Rate Instructions

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has entered into a working relationship with the U.S. Department of the Interior, Interior Business Center (IBC) to issue negotiated indirect cost…

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REE Reasonable Accommodation Procedures

In accordance with updated regulations found in Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, this P&P outlines the procedures for providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities & the new requirement to provide…

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VMLRP Request for Applications

Applications and recommendations for the FY 2021 VMLRP RFA must be received by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, April 16, 2021. Applications and recommendations received after this deadline will not be considered for funding…

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VMLRP Taxes and 1099G Document

The following information is provided to VMLRP recipients about potential tax liability and Form 1099-G. This resource is meant to be informative in nature, and is not intended to be a substitute for professional tax advice. …

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USDA Equal Opportunity Public Notification Policy

USDA's Equal Opportunity Public Notification Policy training. For assistance with this document, please contact NIFA’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights.

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Indirect Cost - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

These resources cover frequently asked questions surrounding indirect costs. NIFA award recipients needing additional assistance with indirect costs can email inquiries to RecipientsICPs@usda.gov.

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Sample Language to Request De Minimis Indirect Cost Rate

This resource is a sample memo intended for a direct recipient of a NIFA award who is eligible and elects to use the 10% de minimis indirect cost rate. For documentation purposes, NIFA requests the eligible direct recipient…

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Panel Composition Training Materials

Panel Composition Training Materials. A password is required for training materials. Please contact a member of the EOS for access.

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Tribal Colleges Review Process Overview

NIFA's Tribal Colleges Review Process Overview. For assistance with this document, please contact NIFA’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights.

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Nondiscrimination in Programs and Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance from USDA

This Departmental Regulation (DR) establishes the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy for ensuring programs and activities receiving Federal financial assistance from USDA are in compliance with applicable civil…

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VMLRP Veterinary Shortage Situation Nomination Guide

The following information is a step-by-step guide for State Animal Health Officials (SAHOs) and their staff to prepare and submit veterinary shortage situation area nominations. These nominations fill the growing need for food supply…

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HSI Civil Rights Compliance Review Process

HSI Civil Rights Compliance Review Process objective is to provide grantee Hispanic-serving institutions with a general overview of NIFA’s civil rights compliance review process, including:Authority, purpose, and process;Review…

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4-H Multi-State & National Events Applications & Guidelines

Select from the following 4-H Events Resources

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Limited English Proficiency Training 2020

Limited English Proficiency Training 2020. For assistance with this document, please contact NIFA’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights.

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VMLRP Applicants - Example Maps

Example Maps for VMLRP Applicants - both drawn and digital versions.

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The Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program – National Training, Technical Assistance, Evaluation, and Information Centers Program (GusNIP-NTAE)

The Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP) presents the opportunity to bring together stakeholders from various parts of the food and healthcare systems to foster understanding of how they might improve the health and…

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Urban, Indoor, and Emerging Agriculture Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Frequently asked questions about the Urban, Indoor, and Emerging Agriculture Program

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NRS Resources

NIFA is committed to finding innovative ways to document and communicate the contributions of Land-Grant University research, education and extension programs to solve challenges facing the food and agricultural system.

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NIFA Reporting System User Guide

This manual is designed to provide users with a framework for utilizing and understanding the features of the NIFA Reporting System.

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National 4-H Week

Join NIFA as We Celebrate National 4-H Week October 1-7, 2023U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has proclaimed October 1-7, 2023, as National 4-H Week! You can read and download the Proclamation on National 4-H Week, 2023 - United…

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Calculation Of 30 Of TFFA IDC Limitation - Aug 2023

NIFA award recipients needing additional assistance with indirect costs can email inquiries to RecipientsICPs@usda.gov.

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REEport User Guide

The REEport User Guide is an instructional guide for REEport users. In this guide, you will find instructions on how to access, navigate, and submit reports in REEport. This guide covers project initiation, progress reports…

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REEport Site Administration Guide

The REEport Site Administration Guide is an instructional guide for Site Administrators. In this guide, there are instructions on how to manage users, how to administer your site, and how to run operational reports.

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USDA Mandated Paper-Based Training for Panel Managers

The following paper-based trainings are required modules for temporary federal employees serving as panel managers for NIFA's peer review process. Learn more on the Panel Manager Orientation page.Please access the training documents…

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NIFA Reporting System Registration Guide

NIFA Reporting System Registration Guide

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