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Can Avocado Peels Help Curb a Plastic Waste Problem?
Over the past two decades, the United States has been importing more and more avocados each year, underlining a growing obsession with the nutrient-dense fruit. Simultaneously, the U.S. and the rest of the world have been dealing with…
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NIFA, National Agricultural Library Partner to Present Transdisciplinary Approaches Webinar Series
Join USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) for a webinar series highlighting opportunities and challenges of transdisciplinary approaches within agricultural research.
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Land-grant Universities Improve Local Food Security
Food security impacts individuals, as well as the health of entire communities.
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Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program Finding New Ways to Reach Audience
For more than 50 years, the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) has reached more than 34 million low-income families and youth develop knowledge, skills, attitudes and changed behaviors necessary for nutritionally…
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National Intern Day: Preparing Tomorrow’s Workforce
National Intern Day occurs annually on the last Thursday in July to celebrate and recognize the hard work of interns. USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) funds the following grants and scholarships opportunities to…
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Texas 4-H Roundup Awards More Than $2 Million in Scholarships
4‑H is America’s largest youth development organization—empowering millions of young people. Supported by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture, 4-H helps youths meet the challenges of adolescence and transition to…
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Agrivoltaics Could Bring Agriculture and Renewable Energy Together
Renewable energy production is growing in the United States, but expanding an energy system built on renewables – like solar or wind – means locating infrastructure closer to where those resources are either abundant and/or easily…
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State of Success: National Alaska Day
To celebrate National Alaska Day on June 28, USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is highlighting the innovative NIFA-funded research conducted by University of Alaska’s Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station…
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Juneteenth as a Catalyst for Change
Next Monday, June 19, USDA will observe the annual holiday that marks the end of slavery in America. Juneteenth, while a celebration of freedom and an important moment not just in African American history, but in American history,…
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State of Success: National New Mexico Day
To celebrate National New Mexico Day on June 14, USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is highlighting the innovative NIFA-funded research conducted by New Mexico State University’s (NMSU) Agricultural Experiment…
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Powering Up
Fort Valley State University is playing a role in bringing clean and renewable energy to residents of middle Georgia. In collaboration with Georgia Power Company, a solar farm of more than 107 acres was built on FVSU’s campus in 2021. …
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State of Success: National Oklahoma Day
To celebrate National Oklahoma Day on June 7, USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is highlighting the innovative NIFA-funded research conducted by the Oklahoma State University (OSU) Agricultural Experiment Station…
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Celebrate National Higher Education Day
National Higher Education Day occurs annually on June 6 to celebrate access to higher education opportunities. USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) partners with Institutions of Higher Education, such as Land-grant…
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#BeatPlasticPollution this World Environment Day
Every year on June 5, the United Nations Environment Program convenes people from more than 150 countries to participate in World Environment Day, a 50-year-old international observation that celebrates environmental action and the…
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State of Success: National Utah Day
To celebrate National Utah Day on May 31, USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is highlighting the innovative NIFA-funded research conducted by Utah State University’s (USU) Agricultural Experiment Station. …
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NIFA Honors Veterans and Military Service Members on Memorial Day and Every Day
USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) supports military members, veterans and their families through work initiatives and a variety of programs and services.
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Growing Hawaii’s New Farmers
Located more than 2,000 miles from the continental U.S., Hawaii imports about 85-90% of its food, making it vulnerable to food supply disruptions, according to the State of Hawaii’s Department of Business Economic Development & Tourism…
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State of Success: National Wyoming Day
To celebrate National Wyoming Day on May 24, USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is highlighting the innovative NIFA-funded research conducted by University of Wyoming’s (UW) Agricultural Experiment Station. …
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NIFA Helps Veterinary Medical Students Repay Loans
In 2022, 89 food animal veterinary practitioners from 29 American Veterinary Medical Association accredited Colleges of Veterinary Medicine received nearly $9 million in loan repayment benefits from USDA’s National Institute of Food…
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On World Bee Day, Celebrate NIFA-Funded Native American Pollinator Projects
Bees and other pollinators are fundamental for the health of ecosystems and food security. They help maintain biodiversity and ensure the production of nutritious food. However, intensive monoculture production and improper use of…
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Land-grant Universities Support the ‘Queen of Forages’
Globally considered the “Queen of Forages,” alfalfa is the third most valuable field crop in the United States, with an estimated economic value of $8.7 billion a year, according to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistical Service. The…
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State of Success: National Washington Day
To celebrate National Washington Day on May 10, USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is highlighting the innovative NIFA-funded research conducted by Washington State University (WSU).
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Aquaculture Stakeholders Invited to Attend Listening Sessions
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Aquaculture National Program 106 and USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) are hosting a series of listening sessions for…
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State of Success: National Montana Day
To celebrate National Montana Day on May 3, USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is highlighting the innovative NIFA-funded research conducted by Montana State University (MSU).
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The Biggest Asset is You
The Utah State University (USU) Extension team created an Ag Wellness Team and mental health training program to combat mental health issues among Utah's ranchers and farmers. Their work was supported by Sustainable…
