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The Pre-Award Phase
During the Pre-Award phase, NIFA announces funding opportunities, and accepts and reviews applications.
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Regulations and Guidelines
As an administrator of U.S. government support, NIFA works in partnership with grantees to ensure responsible stewardship of federal funds. Our grantees and partners are required to comply with all relevant rules and regulations. …
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Program Operational Areas
Program Operational Areas1890 Land-Grant Institutions Programs4-H & Positive Youth DevelopmentAdult Development and Aging ProgramsAgronomic & Forage Crops ProgramAir Quality ProgramsAnimal Breeding, Genetics, and GenomicsAnimal…
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Competitive (AFRI and Non-AFRI)
Competitive grant programs enable NIFA, via a rigorous peer review process, to select the highest quality proposals from a large pool of institutions and organizations. Each competitive program may have different eligibility rules…
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Non-Competitive
Non-Competitive Grant Programs Non-competitive grant programs are directed by Congress to support designated institutions for research, education, or extension on topics of importance to a state or region. Food Animal Residue…
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The Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program
The VMLRP will pay up to $25,000 each year towards qualified educational loans of eligible veterinarians who agree to serve in a NIFA-designated veterinarian shortage situation for a period of three years. To learn more about the VMLRP…
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Land-Grant University Website Directory
Partnerships are integral to NIFA’s mission. NIFA is the federal partner in a vast network of scientists, educators, and extension staff that address critical issues about agriculture, food, the environment, and communities.
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LMD - Leadership Management Dashboard
The Leadership Management Dashboard (LMD) is a NIFA reporting tool that allows users to access financial and budget information on the agency’s programs. Users may drill-down from general program data to the project level to see how…
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REEport
The Research, Extension, and Education Project Online Reporting Tool (REEport) is NIFA’s primary grant reporting application for non-capacity (competitively awarded) projects. The application collects both technical and financial data…
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REEIS - Research, Education and Economics Information System
The Research, Education, and Economics Information System (REEIS) provides information on NIFA’s research, education, and extension programs as well as those of other USDA partner organizations.
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Legislation
In addition to appropriating funds to government agencies, Congressional legislation mandates reforms and calls for program changes and other actions that focus on advancement of national priorities.
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NIFA Administrative Actions
Legislation, when passed into law, may mandate implementation of new or reformed policies, establishment of new entities and programs, and application of other measures enacted to address national priorities.
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WebNEERS: Planning, Evaluation, and Reporting
The Web-Based Nutrition Education Evaluation and Reporting System (WebNEERS) is a secure system designed, hosted, and maintained by Clemson University. The system provides a variety of reports that are used to guide planning, manage…
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Who We Are
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) was established by the Food Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 (the 2008 Farm Bill) to find innovative solutions to issues related to…
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What We Do
NIFA-supported programs are turning research into action – bringing groundbreaking discoveries from research laboratories to farms, communities, and classrooms.
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How We Work
NIFA’s programs rely upon a three-pronged strategy that integrates research, education, and extension to ensure that groundbreaking scientific discoveries are brought out of the laboratory and into the hands of those who can put them…
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Visit NIFA
There are many ways to get to NIFA's headquarters in Washington, DC, and operations in Kansas City, MO. Whether you're arriving by foot, car, train, or the metro, the information on this page will provide clear instructions
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Career Opportunities
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) recruits a diverse group of talented, creative, motivated professionals who are invested in shaping the future of food and agricultural science.
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Contact NIFA's Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights
NIFA’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights staff can be using the below information.
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Civil Rights Compliance Program
NIFA’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights is responsible for enforcing several civil rights laws which, together, prohibit discrimination based on race, color, and national origin.
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Civil Rights Policies
NIFA’s Office of Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity enforces federal civil rights laws and policies which prohibit discrimination through USDA funded programs or activities.
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Diversity and Inclusion Showcase
NIFA EOS have partnered with the Diversity Catalyst Committee to showcase recipients who have demonstrated considerable accomplishments in the areas of diversity and inclusion, on campuses and in their federally funded programs.
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The NIFA Grant Lifecycle
NIFA supports research, education, and/or Extension activities through three primary funding mechanisms: competitive grants, capacity grants, and non-competitive grants.
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Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights FAQs
NIFA’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights provides answers to commonly asked questions and concerns to aid university partners in meeting their compliance requirements. Click a heading below to expand the section and see the…
