Jun 05 2023
Technical Assistance
Tribal Colleges Research Grants Program RFA Technical Assistance Webinar
The USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) program staff will present an applicant webinar for the FY 2023 Tribal Colleges Research Grants Program. The webinar will include a program overview, Request for Applications (RFA) details, the proposal evaluation process, and additional information and resources. Register for the Webinar Program Contacts: Prali.Chitnis@usda.gov… View Event
Jun 01 2023
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Application Deadline: Agricultural Genome to Phenome Initiative
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture’s Agricultural Genome to Phenome Initiative (AG2PI) focuses on collaborative science engagement that intends to develop a community of researchers across both crops and animals that will lay the foundation for expanding knowledge concerning genomes and phenomes of importance to the agriculture sector of the United States. Success of the initiative… View Event
Jun 01 2023
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Application Deadline: Food and Agricultural Education Information System
The Food and Agricultural Education Information System (FAEIS) compiles nationwide higher education data for the life, food, veterinary, human, natural resource, and agricultural sciences through an annual online survey. These data include student enrollment, graduation, and job placement as well as faculty data including salaries. The data is disaggregated by degree program and level, gender,… View Event
Jun 01 2023
Webinar
Introduction to Small Business Funding at the USDA
Each year, the USDA awards in excess of $34 million to small businesses that are developing innovative technologies. Join the USDA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) experts to learn more about these funding opportunities for U.S. entrepreneurs and innovators. This virtual event is capped at 350 participants. The recording will be made… View Event
May 26 2023
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Application Deadline: New Beginning for Tribal Students Programs
New Beginning for Tribal Students makes competitive grants to land-grant colleges and universities to provide identifiable support specifically targeted for Tribal students. A land-grant college or university that receives this grant shall use funds for, but not limited to, recruiting; tuition and related fees; experiential learning; student services, including tutoring; counseling; academic… View Event
May 25 2023
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Application Deadline: Alfalfa Seed and Alfalfa Forage System Program
Alfalfa Seed and Alfalfa Forage System Program (ASAFS) will support the development of improved alfalfa forage and seed production systems. Proposals submitted to ASAFS should address one or more of the following priorities: (1) Improving alfalfa forage and seed yield through better nutrient, water and/or pest management; (2) Improving persistence of alfalfa stands by lessening biotic or abiotic… View Event
May 25 2023
Technical Assistance
Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program Request For Applications Technical Assistance Q&A Session
USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture will hold a technical assistance live question and answer session for prospective applicants about the Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program Request for Applications (RFA). The Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program focuses on improving the efficiency and sustainability of laying hen and turkey production through integrated, collaborative… View Event
May 25 2023
Technical Assistance
National Needs Fellowship Q&A Session
The National Needs Fellowship grant program fiscal year 2023 competition webinar was pre-recorded. This event provides opportunity to ask questions in a webinar. Any questions may be directed to NNF@usda.gov. The pre-recorded webinar and the slide deck can be found below. Register for the Live Q&A Session The National Needs Fellowship (NNF) functions collaboratively with eligible higher… View Event
May 24 2023
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Application Deadline: 1890 Facilities Grants Program
The 1890 Facilities Grant Program is intended for the acquisition and improvement of agricultural and food sciences facilities and equipment, including libraries, so that the 1890 land-grant institutions, including Tuskegee University, West Virginia State University and Central State University, may participate fully in the development of human capital in the food and agricultural sciences. For… View Event
May 24 2023
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Application Deadline: National Food and Agricultural Sciences Teaching Extension and Research Awards
The purpose of TERA award is to recognize and promote excellence in teaching, extension, and research in the food and agricultural sciences at a college or university. For more information, including how to apply, visit the National Food and Agricultural Sciences Teaching Extension and Research Awards funding page.