USDA TARGET CENTER ERGONOMICS PROGRAM
Workplace ergonomics and the USDA TARGET Center's program for improving workplace health and productivity. Understand risk factors, prevention principles, and resources available for ergonomic support.
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FIET: Intelligent Enterprise Transformation Project
Discover the FIET project upgrading the USDA's financial system from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA, aiming for digital transformation and efficiency enhancements. Explore the objectives, benefits, and significance of this transition.
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RD Community Programs
USDA RD Community Programs provide essential support for developing and improving public services in rural communities with populations under 20,000. Through direct loans, loan guarantees, and grants, organizations such as hospitals, schools, daycare centers, and firehouses receive funding for cruci
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Virginia Family Nutrition Program
The Virginia Family Nutrition Program focuses on teaching limited-resource households how to make healthier food choices and manage available food resources for optimal health and growth. Programs cover basic nutrition, physical activity, safe food handling, and thrifty food shopping. Coordinated th
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USDA Tribal Relations and Federal Policy in Native Agriculture
Explore the role of the USDA Office of Tribal Relations and the USDA Tribal Advisory Committee in addressing barriers and federal policies impacting tribal agriculture. Learn about tribal eligibility, statutory requirements, and the historical eras of federal Indian policy affecting Native American
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Understanding FIET Project: Objectives, Relation to SAP, and More
FIET (FMMI Intelligent Enterprise Transformation) is a project to migrate the existing FMMI system from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA, aiming to enhance efficiency through process optimization, data management, and improved user experience. It involves transitioning to modern technologies like Fiori and in
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Payroll/Personnel System (PPS)
This report provides statistics and updates from the USDA National Finance Center PRT Meeting held on February 7, 2024. It includes information on Software Change Requests (SCR), Scheduled Release Summary, SCR breakdown by Line of Business (LOB), Completed SCR Totals, Incident Report (IR) Summary fo
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Civil Rights
This content discusses the civil rights responsibilities of the Connecticut State Department of Education in school nutrition programs, covering topics such as accommodations, customer service, conflict resolution, and compliance with civil rights legislation. It also outlines legislation addressing
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NRCS Programs Update
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provides $20 billion to support USDA's conservation programs focusing on climate-related benefits and agricultural resilience. It allocates funds for programs like the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, Agricultural Conservation Easement Program, Regional Con
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Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement Overview
The Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement, led by Dr. Lisa R. Ramírez, focuses on developing partnerships to address challenges in rural and underserved communities in the U.S. It connects communities with resources from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to promote solutions and provide sup
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Streamlined Forecasting for Future USDA Foods Utilization
Cathy Sparks, National Commodity Director, discusses the importance of communication in the forecasting process for USDA foods. Tools like the ProcessorLink calculator and K12 On Target planner help processors and distributors estimate quantities needed for production. Commodity Planning Made Easy s
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USDA DEIA Strategic Plan Overview
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is prioritizing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) through various initiatives and actions. The agency is focused on promoting a diverse workforce, ensuring equitable access to programs, and fostering an inclusive workplace envir
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USDA Accessible Communications Program Overview
Advancing access and equity for individuals with disabilities is a key focus of the USDA Accessible Communications Program. Through initiatives like the National Disability Employment Awareness Month events and implementing the Rehabilitation Act, the program aims to promote accessible communication
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Building a Trauma-Informed Workplace for Equitable Employment: USDA Symposium 2023
Explore the imperative of creating trauma-informed workplaces at the National Disability Employment Awareness Month Symposium hosted by USDA Target Center. The event sheds light on the prevalence of workplace trauma, its impact on mental health, and steps to advance access and equity. Gain insights
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Effective USDA Foods Procurement and Forecasting Strategies
Managing USDA Foods procurement involves analyzing historical data, estimating future trends, and streamlining menu planning to save time and reduce costs. Standardized recipes and inventory management are crucial for efficient operations. Understanding the location and value of USDA Foods, along wi
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Understanding Virtual Incident Procurement (VIPR) in Government Agencies
Virtual Incident Procurement (VIPR) is a web-based system used by the United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service (USDA-FS) for incident procurement. It includes Incident Blanket Purchase Agreements (I-BPA) that allow Contracting Officers to create, award, and manage solicitation and agr
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Veterinary Vaccination Guidelines and Regulation Overview
This presentation provides an overview of veterinary vaccination guidelines and regulations, covering topics such as the National Veterinary Stockpile, types of vaccines, vaccine delivery, storage, and handling. It also discusses the regulatory framework governing veterinary vaccines and the role of
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Biology Ecosystem Resources and Tools
Explore a variety of resources and tools essential for studying biology ecosystems including textbooks, lab manuals, images, and online labs. Discover platforms like OpenStax, CK12, LibreText, and more that offer customizable and interactive learning materials. Access additional resources such as la
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Ongoing USDA Programs and Biotechnology Research Overview
This overview delves into ongoing USDA programs such as the Biotechnology Risk Assessment Grants (BRAG) Program, which supports biotechnology research. The program covers risk assessment, management, pollen flow research, gene transfer control methods, and more. Additionally, voluntary market facili
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Epidemiology Investigation and Response in FAD Outbreaks
This presentation covers the phases of epidemiological investigation in Foreign Animal Disease (FAD) outbreaks, including the descriptive, analytic, and intervention phases. It discusses the collection of information, diagnostic testing, disease risk factors, associations, and identifying the FAD ag
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USDA Civil Rights Training for TEFAP Program
The USDA Civil Rights Training emphasizes the importance of training for state agencies, subrecipient agencies, frontline staff, and volunteers involved in the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). It covers various aspects of Civil Rights compliance, including public notification, complaint pr
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Understanding Civil Rights Training in Food Distribution Programs
Civil rights training in food distribution programs is essential to ensure equal treatment and respect for all recipients. Federal financial assistance recipients must comply with civil rights laws to eliminate barriers and discrimination. Annual training is required for workers to uphold the rights
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New Employee Benefits Overview for USDA APHIS and AMS Employees
Get insights into the array of benefits available for eligible employees of USDA APHIS and AMS, including details on life insurance, health insurance, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, and more. Understand eligibility criteria based on appointment types and w
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Grains and Oilseeds Outlook 2022: Factors Affecting US Markets
The 2022 outlook for U.S. grains and oilseed markets by Michael McConnell from USDA highlights key factors impacting the sector. These include global market tightness, higher input costs, elevated crop prices, and the 2022/23 crop acreage outlook. Factors framing the forecast involve uncertainties l
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Organic vs Conventional Farming: An Overview
In the debate between organic and conventional farming, both methods have their pros and cons. While organic foods are perceived to follow stricter safety standards, both types meet FDA and USDA regulations. They offer similar nutritional value, but organic farming tends to have lower efficiency due
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Understanding G-Invoicing Implementation at USDA
G-Invoicing is an online portal facilitating electronic information exchange for interagency agreements among Federal agencies. The system streamlines invoicing processes, standardizes transactions, and enhances communication for reimbursable activities. The implementation at USDA involves mandatory
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Understanding Federal Crop Insurance in Agricultural Systems Management
Explore the current crop insurance programs for major crops, including different insurance options, how they work, and the decisions farmers make. Gain insights into CBO projected USDA spending, trends in WI crop insurance participation, and comparisons with neighboring states. Learn about the types
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USDA In-Person Sign Language Interpreting Services Training Overview
This training session provides essential information for USDA employees on requesting in-person and virtual sign language interpreting services in the National Capital Region. It covers policy reviews, training completion, requesting procedures, and resources available through the USDA NCR Sign Lang
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Tenants' Rights in Properties with Restrictive Use Covenant (RUC)
In properties with a Restrictive Use Covenant (RUC), current tenants are protected even after an owner pre-pays a USDA loan early. The RUC safeguards tenants' rental conditions, limits rent increases, and provides additional protections such as the right to a grievance process. Tenants have options
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USDA REE Mission Area Overview and Procurement Guidelines
The United States Department of Agriculture's Research, Education, and Economics (REE) mission area comprises four agencies dedicated to enhancing the food and fiber system. The REE agencies facilitate procurements for various services and equipment, striving to achieve small business participation
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Understanding Integrated Acquisition System (IAS) and Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP)
This presentation provides an overview of how the Integrated Acquisition System (IAS), Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), and Federal Financial Management Modernization Initiative (FMMI) interact to process acquisitions. It covers the role of the Procurement Systems Division (PSD), the purpose of th
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Understanding the Working Capital Fund: Governance, Services, and Structure
The Working Capital Fund (WCF), established in 1944, is a fund without fiscal year limitation that supports centrally-managed Activity Centers providing various services such as Information Technology, Financial Management, and Administrative Services to USDA and Non-USDA organizations. The WCF empl
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Enhanced Budget Management Solution Overview
Explore the features and benefits of SAP Budget and Planning (SBP) for efficient budget status tracking, forecasting, and performance management. Learn about the USDA applications integrated with SBP, showcasing capabilities in budget management, allotment planning, and performance tracking. Discove
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Using Nutrition Facts Label in CACFP Webinar Series
This webinar series, "The CACFP Halftime: Thirty on Thursdays," provides interactive sessions on utilizing the Nutrition Facts label in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). Operators learn how to identify items for reimbursable meals and snacks. To receive a participation certificate, comp
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USDA CXO Dashboards for Data-Driven Decision-Making
This document outlines the progress and plans for implementing CXO Dashboards within the USDA to enable data-driven decisions. It covers the purpose, accomplishments, current status, timeline, and risk assessment of the project. Key highlights include the development of executive and OCIO dashboards
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Understanding USDA Watershed Programs for Local Communities
USDA Watershed Programs offer assistance in addressing natural resource issues such as flood control, repairing flood damages, and rehabilitating flood control dams. The three major components - Emergency Watershed Program (EWP), Watershed Protection and Flood Control Program (WPFO), and Watershed R
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USDA Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Assessment and Development Process
The USDA conducted a Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Process Assessment in July 2019, involving process robotics capabilities, development process under the Federated Model, and the lifecycle of a bot project. The RPA development process includes steps like requesting automation, process definition
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Government Payment Certification Process Overview
This comprehensive guide outlines the certification process for government payments, including steps such as comparison of Treasury and USDA records, reconciliation of schedules, retrieval of paid schedules, and more. It covers important aspects like automated confirmation, central accounting report
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United States Department of Agriculture Civil Rights Training Overview
This overview provides information on Civil Rights Training conducted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), covering legal authorities, areas of compliance, public notification, data collection, and more. The training focuses on ensuring equal opportunity and non-discrimination in U
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Hemp Acreage Reporting & Certification Q&A with USDA
Explore essential information about Hemp Acreage Reporting, Certification, and compliance procedures in this Q&A session with the Farm Service Agency (USDA). Learn about important deadlines, required documentation, and the significance of reporting accuracy for various programs. Discover how to file
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