FOA-Supplemental
and Alternative Crops (SAC) (USDA-NIFA-OP-008079); March 30,
2021
Agency
US
Department of Agriculture (USDA) - National Institute of Food and Agriculture
(NIFA)
Description
NIFA
requests applications for the Supplemental and Alternative Crops Competitive
Grants Program (SAC) for fiscal year (FY) 2019. The SAC supports projects that
lead to expanded adaptation and increased acres in the U.S. of canola, grown for
oil, and industrial hemp, grown for value added products. This is an integrated
research and extension program that will produce results to increase the cost
effectiveness and competitiveness of these two crops grown as components of
production systems across the country.
The
SAC supports the breeding, testing, and development of superior performing
canola and industrial hemp varieties, and production practices that result in
improved cost efficiencies, reduced grower risks, and wider use in production
systems. Research results and technology developed are expected to be rapidly
transferred to producers and other users through effective extension outreach
and other engagement efforts. Extension, education, and communication
activities related to the research areas above must be addressed in the
proposal. NIFA does not require matching for this
program.
Announcement
Number:
USDA-NIFA-OP-008079
Closing
Date:
March
30, 2021
Link
to Full Announcement
https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=330602
Contact
Information:
Tom
Bewick