Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs Phase I
ID: 355247Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA)

Award Range

$125K - $182K

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/355247

Additional Information

https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/small-business-innovation-research-small-business-technology-transfer
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is inviting applications for its Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs Phase I for Fiscal Year 2025. This funding opportunity aims to support small businesses in developing innovative technologies with commercial potential across various topics, including forestry, aquaculture, food science, and rural development, while also promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in research participation. The total anticipated funding for this initiative is $15.5 million, with individual awards ranging from $125,000 to $181,500, and applications are due by September 17, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to NIFA for guidance on topic suitability and must adhere to compliance measures regarding foreign partnerships as outlined in the SBIR and STTR Extension Act of 2022.

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    FY25-SBIR-STTR-Phase-1-RFA-P.pdf
    The USDA is inviting applications for the 2025 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs Phase I, with a total funding of $15.5 million available. The application deadline is September 17, 2024, and eligible applicants, particularly from underserved communities, are encouraged to engage in diverse research areas including climate-smart agriculture, food science, and rural development. The program aims to support the commercialization of innovative technologies while fostering partnerships between small businesses and research institutions.
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