Open Data Framework
ID: 354937Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA)

Award Range

$900K - $930K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Agriculture

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354937

Additional Information

https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/open-data-framework
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Open Data Framework," aimed at establishing a secure data repository to foster agricultural innovation. This program seeks to create a neutral and cooperative framework for producers, universities, and nonprofit entities to store and share data, thereby enhancing technological progress, production efficiencies, and environmental stewardship in agriculture. With a total funding amount of $930,000 available for FY 2024, proposals must be submitted by July 18, 2024, and applicants are encouraged to engage underrepresented communities while adhering to FAIR data principles. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact NIFA Support at grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov.

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    FY24-ODF-RFA-P.pdf
    The Open Data Framework (ODF) program, initiated by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) under the USDA, aims to establish a secure data repository for agricultural innovation. With a total funding of $930,000 for FY 2024, proposals are due by July 18, 2024. ODF promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, encouraging participation from underrepresented communities. The program seeks to develop a sustainable data structure that facilitates collaboration among producers, universities, and nonprofits, focusing on improving agricultural practices and addressing contemporary challenges. Key elements must include stakeholder engagement, detailed project plans, adherence to FAIR data principles, and a comprehensive sustainability roadmap. Funding is specifically for research projects to create a neutral, public-private cooperative framework enhancing technological progress and environmental stewardship in agriculture. The RFA outlines eligibility and application criteria, and anticipates a competitive selection process based on scientific merit and project relevance. This initiative underscores NIFA’s commitment to advancing agricultural systems that are equitable and resilient while recognizing the necessary collaboration with international partners where beneficial.
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