USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Email Format
Government AdministrationDistrict of Columbia, United States201-500 Employees
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is a government entity within the U.S. Department of Agriculture that directs and funds research, education, and Extension activities in agriculture. It supports research aimed at addressing issues in farming, food systems, the environment, and communities. Located in Washington, DC, the agency has a workforce described as several hundred employees. NIFA's work targets researchers, educators, Extension professionals, and other stakeholders who rely on federal programs to advance agricultural science and practice. As part of USDA, it operates within the government administration sector and adheres to nondiscrimination policies, consistent with USDA's status as an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.