| Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.  | | | Editor: Maggie Lawrence March 1, 2023   A Michigan State University doctoral student examines fish in a tank. Courtesy of Thomas Loch/Michigan State University. Aquaculture Research Aims to Reduce Rainbow Trout Losses in U.S. Hatcheries Rainbow trout are one of the most valuable finfish in the United States, valued at more than $200 million in 2021. Unfortunately, millions of rainbow trout are lost each year, mostly to disease, causing substantial economic losses. Researchers at Michigan State University are trying to reduce rainbow trout losses in U.S. aquaculture facilities and hatcheries. They are working to address losses caused by a yellow-pigmented bacterium. Read more. | |  NIFA's Chester to Join USDA's Office of the Chief Scientist as Director Dr. Deirdra Chester will serve as the new Director of USDA's Office of the Chief Scientist. Most recently, Dr. Chester led the Division of Nutrition in NIFA. In this role, she provided leadership and oversight for the division's research, education and Extension activities across the nation through competitive grant programs focused on nutrition, functional components of food, the microbiome, and the prevention of chronic diseases. She supervised the staff of the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program at the federal level and led development of the division's strategic priorities. Photo of Dr. Deirdra Chester, USDA image. |  A Force to be Reckoned With: Fort Valley State's First Meat Judging Team Wins National Award USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture supports 1890 Land-grant University students, as well their institutions, in order to develop the nation's future science and agriculture leaders. The Meats Judging Program at Fort Valley State University (FVSU) is one of many examples of how an 1890 institute is cultivating the next generation of agriculturalists. Seven FVSU students made history as the first Meat Judging Team for the historically Black institution. This all-female team of trailblazers is a force to be reckoned with after they competed for the first time in the 2023 Spring Intercollegiate Meat Judging contest, where they took home several awards. Learn more about the team. Fort Valley State University's Meat Judging Team practices their judging skills in the Meat Technology Center. Courtesy of Latasha Ford, FVSU. Read More:
Impacts of NIFA-funded research and Extension programs on our Blog page. | NIFA Invests Nearly $2.8 Million in Foundational Knowledge of Agricultural Production Systems NIFA announced an investment of nearly $2.8 million in Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Foundational Knowledge of Agricultural Production Systems grants. This program supports plant research to advance knowledge for the wide range of agricultural production systems found across the rural-urban continuum, from conventional open-fields to protected built environments. Results are expected to lead to the development of innovative sustainable solutions to challenges limiting or threatening the productivity, profitability, and good stewardship of natural resources, environment, and human capital. Awardees: Auburn University, Ohio State University, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, and University of Illinois.  Notice of Intent to Request Approval of a New Information Collection In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and Office of Management and Budget regulations, this notice announces the National Institute of Food and Agriculture's intention to request a new information collection, entitled National 4-H Conference Registration and Leadership Roles. This information collection is required to support the successful planning and delivery of activities associated with National 4-H Conference. Written comments on this notice must be received by May 1. For more information, read this notice online. Federal Register graphic logo. |  GusNIP Nutrition Incentive RFA Webinars In March, NIFA, Food and Nutrition Service and NTAE Center staff for the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP) will host webinars for applicants interested in applying to the GusNIP Nutrition Incentive Program. The webinars will focus on the fiscal year 2023 GusNIP Nutrition Incentive Program Request for Applications, covering general program guidelines, matching guidelines, SNAP/NAP policy, GusNIP NTAE Center's Nutrition Incentive Hub free one-on-one support, and the required core firm-level and participant-level metrics. An evening timeframe is slated to accommodate applicants from insular areas. Registration is required. - General Webinar: Monday, March 6, 2:30-4:30 p.m. EST - Register
- Insular Areas Webinar: Thursday, March 16, 4:30-6:30 p.m. EDT - Register
NIFA webinar graphic. GusNIP NTAE RFA Webinars In March, NIFA staff for the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP) will host webinars for applicants interested in applying to the GusNIP Nutrition Incentive Program Training, Technical Assistance, Evaluation and Information Centers (NTAE) competitive program. An evening timeframe is slated to accommodate applicants from insular areas. Registration is required. - General Webinar: Friday, March 10, 3-4 p.m. EST - Register
- Insular Areas Webinar: Tuesday, March 21, 5-6 p.m. EDT - Register
Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative RFA Technical Assistance Webinar NIFA professionals will offer an Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative RFA Technical Assistance Webinar on Tuesday, March 14 at 1:30 p.m. EDT. This webinar will include a program overview of the Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative, details of the RFA, description of the proposal evaluation process, and a question-and-answer session. Register. Organic Transitions Program RFA Technical Assistance Webinar NIFA professionals will offer an Organic Transitions Program RFA Technical Assistance Webinar on Tuesday, March 14 at 3 p.m. EDT. This webinar will include a program overview of the Organic Transitions Program, details of the RFA, description of the proposal evaluation process, and a question-and-answer session. Register. Live FAQ Session: Veterinary Services Grant Program NIFA program staff will host a live FAQ session about the Veterinary Services Grant Program (VSGP) March 15 at 2 p.m. EDT. The goals of the VSGP are to support food animal veterinary medicine through EET funds for accredited schools and organizations and through RPE funds for veterinary clinics that provide services in veterinary shortage situation areas. This program is designed to support education and Extension activities that will enable veterinarians, veterinary students, and veterinary technicians gain specialized food animal skills and practices. The goals of the VSGP are to support food animal veterinary medicine through EET funds for accredited schools and organizations and through RPE funds for veterinary clinics that provide services in veterinary shortage situation areas. This program is designed to support education and Extension activities that will enable veterinarians, veterinary students, and veterinary technicians gain specialized food animal skills and practices. | - FY23 Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Phase II Technical Assistance Webinar | Recording and slides available
- USDA-NIFA Laying Hen and Turkey Research Competitive Program Virtual Stakeholder Listening Session |Recording Available
 National 4-H Conference Registration Open Registration is now open for the 2023 National 4-H Conference in Washington, D.C. Bringing hundreds of 4-H'ers to the nation's capital each spring, National 4-H Conference is the flagship youth development opportunity of USDA. From April 14-19, the nationally recognized event is developing the next generation of leaders alongside more federal partners than ever before. Experience unparalleled discovery, learning, professional development and networking with 4-H'ers from around the world. The event features roundtable sessions, Youth Career Fair exhibitions, live "cool job" panels, community service, special events, assemblies and much more. Learn more and register online. 2023 National 4-H Conference "Join Us" graphic. |  Legume Cover Crops Have Potential as a Nitrogen and Forage Source in Semi-arid West Texas Farmers in west Texas are eyeing legume cover crops as a nitrogen and forage source to fill fallow periods between dryland, no-till wheat and cotton crop rotations. But finding the best fit for the area's environmental challenges is proving tricky. So, Texas A&M University researchers are working with farmers to develop best management practices ranging from best species mixes to ideal seeding rates to termination times. Read more about this research supported by Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education, a NIFA-funded program. Legume cover crop plots, courtesy of Texas A&M University. |  NIFA has career opportunities in a variety of scientific disciplines covering engineering, food science, forestry, education, animal and crop sciences, and many other agriculture-related disciplines. NIFA job openings are listed on USAJobs.gov. NIFA Career Opportunities graphic. |  To encourage more active lifestyles, public health agencies recommend mixed-use neighborhoods and "complete" streets that are friendlier to walkers and bikers, but @Cornell research finds that planners must look beyond cities. | | | | The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is committed to ensuring that its programs and services are accessible to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities and individuals with limited English proficiency. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any NIFA event, please contact the appropriate Program staff no later than 10 days prior to the event. To find Program staff by event, please visit the NIFA Calendar of Events. NIFA Language access services, such as interpretation or translation of vital information, will be provided free of charge to limited English proficient individuals upon request. If you need interpretation or translation services please visit NIFA language services or contact Lois Tuttle, Equal Opportunity Specialist, at Lois.Tuttle@usda.gov or (443) 386-9488 no later than 10 days prior to the event. NIFA's mission is to invest in and advance agricultural research, education, and Extension that solves societal challenges. NIFA's investments in transformative science directly support the long-term prosperity and global preeminence of U.S. agriculture. Keep informed about NIFA, USDA, our Land-grant and non-Land-grant university partners, and stakeholders with the NIFA Update. Read past issues online, sign up for email updates or follow us on Twitter @USDA_NIFA, #NIFAImpacts or LinkedIn @usda-nifa. If you wish to submit a news item or information, send an email to NIFAUpdate. USDA is an equal opportunity lender, provider, and employer. | | | |
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