The Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program is designed to improve the efficiency and sustainability of laying hen and turkey production through integrated, collaborative research and technology transfer. Emphasis may be placed on laying hen and turkey disease prevention, antimicrobial resistance, nutrition, gut health and alternative housing systems under extreme seasonal weather conditions.
Overview
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is in the process of establishing the new Laying Hen and Turkey Research competitive grant program.
The Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program is designed to improve the efficiency and sustainability of laying hen and turkey production through integrated, collaborative research and technology transfer. Emphasis may be placed on laying hen and turkey disease prevention, antimicrobial resistance, nutrition, gut health and alternative housing systems under extreme seasonal weather conditions.
Authorization
7 USC Section 5925 of the FY2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill provided $1,000,000 to NIFA for integrated, collaborative research and technology transfer in Laying Hen and Turkey production. NIFA plans to implement this program by supporting one or more integrated, collaborative research and technology transfer projects for improving the efficiency and sustainability of laying hen and turkey production.
Stakeholder Input
Stakeholders, customers and partners provided input on the development of Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program Request for Applications by:
1) Participating in a virtual stakeholder listening session on February 14, from noon – 2 p.m. EST; and
2) Submitting written comments (two-page limit) to: NIFA.LHT@usda.gov by February 24.
NIFA will use this information to guide the development of Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program Request for Applications.
Webinar
Request for Applications
Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program Request for Applications was published on May 8, 2023. The closing date for submitting applications will be June 13, 2023.
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A Recording of Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program Request for Applications Technical Assistance webinar is available to help the applicants to the program.
A live question and answer session has been scheduled for May 25, 2023, at 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm EDT. Please view this website for registration details and other information for the upcoming session.
