Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program
ID: 351526Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA)

Award Range

$1K - $15M

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/351526

Additional Information

https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/agriculture-food-research-initiative-foundational-applied-science
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is offering the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) Competitive Grants Program for Fiscal Year 2024, with approximately $300 million available to support foundational and applied research in agriculture. The program focuses on six priority areas: Plant Health and Production, Animal Health and Production, Food Safety, Bioenergy, Agricultural Systems and Technology, and Agricultural Economics and Rural Communities, encouraging innovative projects that address critical challenges such as climate change and food security. Eligible applicants include a wide range of institutions, from state agricultural experiment stations to private organizations, with grant amounts ranging from $1,000 to $15 million. Interested parties can find more information and submit inquiries via email to grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov, with applications due by December 31, 2024.

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    FY24-AFRI-FAS-RFA-P-MOD1.pdf
    The Physiology of Agricultural Plants program area supports research projects focused on understanding the physiological processes of agriculturally important plants. Projects may investigate topics such as plant growth and development, nutrient uptake, water use efficiency, and responses to environmental stressors. The goal is to improve our understanding of plant physiology and develop strategies to optimize plant performance in agricultural systems. Applications must address at least one of the program area priorities and can request funding for standard grants, conference grants, or other grant types outlined in the RFA. The maximum award amounts vary depending on the grant type.
    FY24-AFRI-FAS-RFA-P-MOD3-P.pdf
    The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) Competitive Grants Program, under the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture, announces its request for applications for the Fiscal Year 2024. This initiative offers approximately $300 million to support foundational and applied research in agriculture, focusing on six priority areas, including plant and animal health, food safety, bioenergy, agricultural technology, and rural economics. The application deadlines vary by program area. The program encourages inclusivity and collaboration, particularly with underserved communities, to enhance diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in agricultural research. Stakeholder input is vital for refining the RFA, and feedback can be submitted via the designated email. AFRI seeks innovative projects that address challenges like climate change and food security through various grant types, including Standard, Conference, and Seed Grants. The RFA emphasizes the importance of collaboration with commodity boards and international partners as well as the integration of traditional ecological knowledge in advancing agricultural systems. The document provides detailed descriptions of eligible projects, specific deadlines, and funding opportunities, reinforcing its purpose of fostering sustainable agricultural practices for improved productivity and economic viability in the industry.
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