Funding-USDA - Agriculture and Food Research Initiative: Food Security
Challenge Area; April 2, 2015
Agency
Department
of Agriculture
National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Description
The
goal of the Food Security Challenge Area for FY 2015 is to develop agricultural
production research, education, and extension to develop more sustainable,
productive, and economically viable plant and animal production systems. This
program will also develop regionally adapted crop cultivars and
livestock/breeds that contribute to rural economic development and prosperity
while enhancing food security. These investments will increase food security by
improving agricultural production systems at the regional and national levels
and by encouraging diversification of agricultural production.
Announcement
Number:
USDA-NIFA-AFRI-004875
Closing
Date:
Letter
of Intent (Optional): April 2, 2015
Application:
June 4, 2015
Link
to Full Announcement
http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=272432
Contact
Information
Dr.
Luis Tupas
(202)
401-5022