This Graduate Fellowship Grants Program consists of two parts. In odd-numbered years proposals are invited from universities to recruit and train doctoral students in national need areas. Consequently, a competition will not be held in FY 2000. The other part of this program is the opportunity for USDA Fellows to obtain international research experience. These supplemental proposals are reviewed by a panel of experts whose recommendations are considered in making a funding decision.
Awards are subject to availability of funds.
The National Coalition on Drift Minimization has developed new training modules for aerial applications of pesticides. This winter, training of more than 4,000 professional pesticide applicators will occur in 25 presentations given in 23 states. A Women and Money Program Incubator event was held in Washington, DC, February 16 and 17. Representatives from more than 20 national organizations participated. Results of the sessions will be used by NEFE and AARP to frame future educational programs and projects for women and to develop strategic partnerships to accomplish this goal.