…analyst. “Now is the time to start developing test programs if you lack an e-commerce program or to expand your current services. Keep in mind it’s about saving consumers time…
New Funding Opportunities for Higher Education
…and viability of communities through the development of degree programs that emphasize new and emerging employment opportunities. Projects may also address the national challenge to increase the number and diversity…
Air Quality Discussions Include ‘No-Farm Days’
…Air Pollution Control District said eliminating all of the combustible sources in the valley would still not meet attainment. California has incentive programs to help growers upgrade from their old…
Farm Bureau Praises EPA Chlorpyrifos Decision
…part of environmentally friendly IPM (integrated pest management) programs for nearly 50 years.” Duvall noted that the chemical is still subject to registration review and any concerns about its safe…
Trump Document Proposes Cuts to 2017 USDA, FDA Spending
…program, a $136 million cut to eliminate funding for the McGovern-Dole food program and a $49 million cut to Rural Business and Cooperative Grant Programs. From the National Association of…
Funding Available for Youth Farm Safety
…safety. Another project at Michigan State University supported the creation of an online educational safety course for youth working on equine facilities. Many NIFA-supported resources created through this program are…
Study Shows Capacity Funding is a Valued Investments to States
…investments that benefit the American public through agriculture and food research, extension, and education projects. The report, “National Evaluation of Capacity Programs,” was prepared by TEConomy Partners. “It’s no accident…
Yara West Sacramento is Newest Addition
…nutrition programs and technologies increase yields, improve product quality and reduce the environmental impact of agricultural practices. Our industrial and environmental solutions improve air quality by reducing emissions from industry…
Fresno State Signs Ag Academic Pact with Brazilian University
Fresno State and the University of São Paulo have agreed to an official memorandum of agreement to broaden their cooperative agriculture student, faculty and staff exchange programs. Fresno State President…
Daily Access to Local Foods for School Meals: Key Drivers
…size (enrollment), percentage of students certified to receive free and reduced-price meals, and State-level educational attainment. Also in this study, researchers considered the role of State-legislated policies supporting farm-to-school programs…
USDA Funding to Provide Fellowships for Research and Extension Experiences for Undergraduates
…extension projects or programs that deliver science-based knowledge and informal educational programs. NIFA has awarded more than $9.3 million through the REEU Fellowships program since its inception in 2015 to…
Meat Groups Want Disease Protection in Farm Bill
…regardless of quality,” Uden testified. “We believe this rule would eliminate value-based marketing programs and negatively impact producers, making it more difficult to provide the types of beef products that…
U.S. Biodiesel Industry Calls Out Illegal Trading
…and 34.0 percent for Indonesia. The petition also alleges illegal subsidies based on numerous government programs in those countries. This is not the first time that Argentine and Indonesian biodiesel…
Funding to Support Specialty Crop Pest Management
…societal challenges. NIFA’s integrated research, education and extension programs support the best and brightest scientists and extension personnel whose work results in user-inspired, groundbreaking discoveries that combat childhood obesity, improve…