NIFA

Applicants interested in NIFA’s Veterinary Services Grant Program should apply by April 16. Find details and resources:  nifa.usda.gov/grants/program…

Spotted-wing drosophila threatens berries right before harvest. With NIFA funding, @OregonStateU has developed tools that help farms manage spotted-wing drosophila with better timing and fewer inputs. ourimpact.oregonstate.edu/story/osu-rese… @OregonStateExt

On #NationalAgDay, we recognize the unwavering dedication of American farmers, ranchers, and producers who provide the food and resources that sustain our communities. USDA is committed to putting farmers FIRST by supporting their vital work, always ❤️🇺🇸🧑‍🌾 #AgDay26

As part of a NIFA-supported multistate effort to reduce injury, illness & death on farms, researchers & Extension educators trained over 4,500 emergency first responders on safe, effective procedures for farm rescues. bit.ly/ag-safety-heal…

A new smart platform invented by @PurdueEngineers researchers to wirelessly monitor subsoil health could change the landscape of agricultural sensing systems. The NIFA-supported invention effort could cut costs and refine farming engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/AboutUs/N…

When pistachio hulls split before the nuts are harvested, insects and fungi can get inside—damaging the nut, costing farmers money, & contaminating the consumer product. Scientists at the @ucdavis, are seeking solutions for California’s pistachio industry: ucanr.edu/blog/food-blog…

This month, NIFA is celebrating 139 years of the Hatch Act of 1887. This effort established agexperiment stations at the nation’s Land-grant Universities. Explore the history of the three oldest experiment stations and see recent research highlights: nifa.usda.gov/about-nifa/blo…

The @uafairbanks Extension is supporting Alaska’s senior individuals’ efforts to maintain muscle mass through its StrongPeople program. See how NIFA-funded efforts are helping advance heart health through research and Extension:  nifa.usda.gov/about-nifa/blo…

Thank you to American farmers who continue to feed our country and the world! 🇺🇸🫛🌽🌰🐄🥩🐖🌾🐔👕➡️🌏 #NationalAgWeek

At the National 4-H Conference, Collegiate Facilitators play a key role in guiding delegates in roundtable groups to prepare a Youth Perspectives Briefing. Get to know this year's Collegiate Facilitators: nifa.usda.gov/about-nifa/blo…

To those who: Do Dig Sow Milk Pick Herd Lead Feed Care Grow Plant Shear Water Teach Ranch Shovel Inspire Irrigate Protect Manage Harvest Produce Innovate Dedicate Cultivate Conserve Persevere Take Risks Contribute Work Hard 🇺🇸 We Thank You 🇺🇸 #NationalAgWeek

Don’t forget to join NIFA for the Artificial Intelligence for K-12 Food and Agricultural Sciences Program technical assistance webinar on March 13. More details and webinar link: nifa.usda.gov/events/technic… Application deadline: April 23

Learn how Land-grant Universities collaborate to improve strawberry production and food safety: bit.ly/MRF-Strawberri… These projects are supported in part by NIFA.

The brown marmorated stink bug is a severe agricultural pest in the mid-Atlantic United States. Researchers are working with growers to develop affordable, effective control options for stink bugs. Learn more: bit.ly/MRF-StinkBugs #NISAW

Older adults are at higher risk of heart disease, but balanced diet and exercise can help reduce risks. As part of a multistate project, Land-grant Universities are working together to develop diet and exercise strategies for aging Americans. Learn more: bit.ly/healthy-older-…

Don't forget to apply for the AFRI Strengthening Agricultural Systems funding opportunity! Applications are due March 26. Get started here: nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding…

#InvasiveSpecies like Asian tiger mosquitoes can transmit pathogens to humans & livestock, causing illness, death & economic impacts. Researchers have developed new ways to control mosquitoes, including traps, gene silencing & sprays: bit.ly/ticks-mosquito…

To support long-term pest management & profitable corn production, Land-grant Universities are working together understand corn insect pests, develop management tools & strategies, & share science-based information with farmers, policymakers & the public. bit.ly/insect-pests-c…

Land-grant Universities are addressing these factors through NIFA-funded research and Extension projects that translate science into obtainable, everyday solutions for individuals and families.  nifa.usda.gov/about-nifa/blo…

Access to nutritious foods, opportunities for physical activity, health education and community support all play a role in reducing cardiovascular risk.