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NIFA Policy Guide 2021 Update Webinar Presentation

The latest updates to the NIFA Policy Guide in a 508 compliant 2021 Webinar Presentation.

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NIFA Civil Rights Training

The objective of this training is to explain equal opportunity notification requirements and explore outreach activities as a component of civil rights compliance in NIFA-funded programs and activities. A password is required for…

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Title IX Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Sex Training

This presentation training provides an overview of common Title IX compliance issues in NIFA funded programs and activities, including sexual harassment and other forms of discrimination based on sex. For assistance with this document…

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VMLRP Service Verification Form

Loan payments are disbursed each quarter for the work hours completed based on the information, descriptions, and activities within the participant’s shortage nomination, as certified on the VMLRP Service Verification Form. The loan…

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Developing a Comprehensive Civil Rights Training Program

Implementing an effective civil rights training program for your institution: Lessons from NIFA’s Civil Rights Working Group.For assistance with this document, please contact NIFA’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights. …

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA)

The goals of the DEIA Team work are to enhance research and investment in communities to ensure diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility; help reduce barriers to access and advance opportunities for underserved communities; and…

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GusNIP Listening Session

GusNIP Listening Session NIFA hosted a listening session on October 20, 2021 to collect stakeholder feedback, through oral and written comments, regarding all aspects of the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP), which…

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Commodity Board Submission Form

This topic submission form is for the NIFA Commodity Boards Topic Provision. This form is intended for eligible commodity boards to submit a topic to NIFA for potential inclusion in AFRI RFAs, as described in detail on the main…

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4-H Name and Emblem List of Authorized Vendors

For more information about the 4-H Name and Emblem, contact Division Director, Youth and 4-H Shannon Horrillo.

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4-H Name and Emblem Application

For more information about the 4-H Name and Emblem, contact Division Director, Youth and 4-H Shannon Horrillo.

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Request for Non-Land-Grant Colleges of Agriculture Designation

The Non-Land-Grant Colleges of Agriculture Designation guidance can be used by eligible institutions to submit a request to be designated as an NLGCA institution. This NIFA-certified designation is an eligibility requirement for…

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Agreement of Understanding and Compliance with Civil Rights Laws

Agreement of Understanding and Compliance with Civil Rights Laws example.

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Civil Rights Review Process Overview

To provide land grant universities with a general overview of NIFA’s streamlined civil rights compliance review process, including: Authority, Purpose and Process; and Review Areas and Subcomponents. For assistance with this document,…

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Equitable Distribution Training 2020

Equitable Distribution Training - 2020.For assistance with this document, please contact NIFA’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights.

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National Institute of Food and Agriculture, and Association of Public and Land-grant Universities Memorial Lecture Series

Each year the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) joins with the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) to sponsor a lecture presented at the APLU Annual Meeting. The lecture honors one of the three most…

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Required Application Forms

There are the two Required Documents which include the Required Application Forms. This section offers a convenient and efficient location for the VMLRP application forms.

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Prioritizing Nutrition Security: NIFA Elevates Youth and Families

Nutrition Security Webinar highlighting six NIFA programs that elevate the role of youth and families in prioritizing food security. 4-H and positive youth development, then children, youth and families at risk, enhancing agricultural…

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NIFA Grants Support Technical Assistance Workshop Agenda

USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) will have a technical assistance webinar to help you learn more about different funding opportunities. We welcome 1890 and 1862 Land-grant Institutions; Hispanic-serving…

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Grant Workshop Day 1: NIFA Grant Pre-Application Process Resources

Please find resources for the Grant Support Workshop Day 1 in English below. Resources include: Pre-application Requirements Understanding the Request for ApplicationsLogic model/Data Management Plan

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Grant Workshop Day 4: Competitive Program Funding Opportunities

Please find resources for the Grant Support Workshop Day 4: Competitive Program Funding Opportunities in English below. Resources include:Bioenergy, Natural Resources, and Environment Agriculture Economics and Rural…

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NIFA Hall of Fame Awards

The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is seeking nominations for the NIFA Hall of Fame, which was created at the agency's five-year anniversary.Inductees into the NIFA Hall of Fame have worked, coordinated, or supported…

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Prioritizing Nutrition Security: NIFA’s Role in Cultivating Future Farmers and Ranchers

Prioritizing Nutrition Security: NIFA’s Role in Cultivating Future Farmers and RanchersPanelists: Cassandra Huey, PhD, Program Specialist in the Division of Community and Education and Executive Coordinator NIFA Nutrition…

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SBIR/STTR Funding Form (Time of Award)

This form provides USDA with the certification that prospective grantees meet the eligibility criteria to receive an SBIR/STTR program award.

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SBIR/STTR Certification Statement (Lifecycle Certification)

Complete and signed lifecycle certification forms must be submitted with all Phase I and Phase II interim and final reports.

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