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U.S. - Ireland R&D Partnership Aims to Solve Critical Agricultural Issues
In 2006, the United States, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland launched a research and development partnership to accelerate economic development and cooperation across borders by encouraging trilateral research collaboration. In…
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Fort Valley State University Project Is Building Reproductive Technology Capacities
Both goats and sheep which are small ruminants have potential for meat and milk production to help feed a growing world population.
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Grupo De Mujeres Provides Education, Community for Spanish-Speaking Women
In partnership with the Land-Grant University and Cooperative Extension System, USDA’s National Institute for Food and Agriculture supports efforts that promote learning and development for individuals and families. Formal and non…
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Students Growing from Learning to Leading
Recently, students from 17 academic institutions traveled from more than 10 states and Insular Areas to Washington, D.C. to participate in a three-day program as part of USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture’s from Learning…
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USDA's Complete Guide to Home Canning
As gardening season begins, people may already be wondering how to manage their garden's bounty. Don’t know what to do with all your tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, apples, pears, plums and grapes from your garden and fruit trees? Have…
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Leading A USDA Agency With Passion and Purpose
As we conclude Black History Month and recognize the beginning of historic contributions of women’s accomplishments across the nation, we highlight the first Black female associate directors at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s…
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Continuing Battle Against Invasive Species
What do feral hogs, leafy spurge, brown marmorated stink bugs and sea lamprey all have in common? They are all invasives species.
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1890 Land-grant Institutions Strengthening Agricultural Profitability and Sustainability of Small-Scale Farms
Producers working on small-scale farms often face different challenges than their counterparts farming larger acreages. With support from USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture, a number of 1890 Land-grant Institutions…
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NIFA Celebrates Climate Hubs for 10 Years of Helping Farmers, Ranchers and Forest Landowners Enhance Climate Resilience
In honor of the 10th anniversary of the USDA Climate Hubs, the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is celebrating accomplishments from the first decade of this pioneering network.
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Aquaculture America 2024 Features NIFA-Funded Research and Extension Projects
Aquaculture America 2024, the most prominent national aquaculture conference and exposition in the United States, will feature research and Extension projects supported by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The…
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New SARE Publication Supports Urban Agriculture
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture supports research, education and Extension efforts throughout the nation that are leading to the creation of more and better market opportunities for farmers and producers, including those…
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International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields are a critical component of our national economy and the global economy as well. A significant gender gap persists in STEM disciplines all over the world.
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NIFA Invests $5M in NSF Collaboration to Increase Food and Nutrition Security
NIFA is collaborating with the NSF’s Convergence Accelerator program in contributing $5 million to fund a Phase II award in the program's Track J.
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Researchers Find Environmentally Friendly Solutions to Controlling Mites in Dry-Cured Ham
With funding from USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture, Mississippi State University and Kansas State University researchers have developed many safe and cost-effective methods and technologies over the last 15 years for…
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NIFA Invests $600K in Response to Extreme Weather Events Across the U.S. (A1712)
NIFA has funded a University of Hawaii project and a Sustainable Molokai project related to the Maui wildfire.
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GusNIP Awards First Funding to U.S. Insular Areas
The Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP) is increasing the purchase of fruits and vegetables by low-income consumers, in turn improving the health and nutrition of participating households. For the first time since its…
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NIFA Invests $4.45M in Tribal Colleges Research
The 1994 Land-grant Universities (LGUs) often serve as the primary institution of scientific inquiry, knowledge and learning for reservation communities.
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Research Supporting Midsize Producers
This impact story was first published on the Multistate Research Fund website and is reprinted with permission. Midsize farms are vital to the long-term resilience of the global food system and the wellbeing of rural communities,…
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University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine Scientists Unravel Mystery of How Fish Develop Immunity to Disease
Jawed vertebrates comprise more than 99% of living vertebrate species, including humans. And when the immune systems of these animals are stimulated by an infection or immunization, they generate proteins called antibodies that fight…
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NIFA Awards Nearly $1M for Environmental Justice (A1641)
Seeks to advance understanding of environmental justice in the context of injustices affecting food and agriculture, local natural resources, and rural economy.
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A Look Back at 2023
The past year was an exciting time at NIFA – a time of growth, change, renewed focus and impact. NIFA investments play a critical role in not only inspiring innovation but providing the crucial funding needed to pursue those…
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Embracing 2024 and Beyond: A Call to Listen, Learn and Do
As I reflect upon my career over the past 15 years in the agriculture sector and Cooperative Extension, I find immense satisfaction in being a servant leader with USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) as we address the…
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NIFA Invests $391K in Response to Extreme Weather Events Across the U.S. (A1712)
NIFA has funded, through Rapid Response to Extreme Weather Events Across Food and Agriculture Systems, a Hawaii Public Health Institute project.
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NIFA-Funded Potato Breeding Research Featured at 2024 Potato Expo
Several researchers funded by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) will discuss their research at the 2024 Potato Expo January 10-11 in Austin, Texas. The Potato Expo is the largest conference and trade show for the…
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Conservation Planning Through Genetic Monitoring
Indicator species are crucial for determining and monitoring ecosystem health, as they alert scientists to potential dangers facing an environment. With support from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, a research team led…