National Institute Of Food And Agriculture (Nifa)

The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) serves as a crucial leader and funding agency for initiatives that advance agriculture-related sciences, ensuring the long-term viability of agriculture through a comprehensive, integrated approach. Established by the 2008 Farm Bill, NIFA has made significant advancements that enhance the impact of food agriculture, natural resources, and human sciences by collaborating with top scientists, policymakers, and educators globally to deliver innovative solutions to urgent local and global challenges. Through its efforts, NIFA boosts the competitiveness of American agriculture, strengthens the U.S. economy, improves food safety, enhances the nutrition and well-being of citizens, sustains natural resources, and contributes to energy independence, while also playing an instrumental role in science policy decision-making in partnership with other federal science agencies.