The USDA Agriculture and Food Research Initiative’s Food Security Challenge Area aims to enhance agricultural production systems for food security. This grant supports research, education, and extension activities to develop sustainable plant and animal production systems, as well as regionally adapted crop cultivars and livestock breeds. The goal is to boost rural economic development, improve food security, and promote diversification of agricultural production at regional and national levels. The closing date for applications is June 4, 2015.
Opportunity ID: 272432
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-AFRI-004875 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Agriculture and Food Research Initiative: Food Security Challenge Area |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.310 — Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 30, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 13, 2015 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 04, 2015 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 04, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 05, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $16,800,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $4,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Small businesses For profit organizations other than small businesses Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Please review Part III, A for more specific eligibility requirements. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Food and Agriculture |
| Description: | The goal of the Food Security Challenge Area for FY 2015 is to develop agricultural production research, education, and extension to develop more sustainable, productive, and economically viable plant and animal production systems. This program will also develop regionally adapted crop cultivars and livestock/breeds that contribute to rural economic development and prosperity while enhancing food security. These investments will increase food security by improving agricultural production systems at the regional and national levels and by encouraging diversification of agricultural production. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Agriculture and Food Research Initiative: Food Security Challenge Area |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NIFA Help Desk
Phone: 202-401-5048 Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays Email:electronic@nifa.usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| References to Letter of Intent being required has been deleted.
Modifications are in red on pages 2, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 24, 37, 38 and 51 |
Feb 13, 2015 | |
| The reference to a required letter of intent (LOI) has been removed. A LOI is NOT required. | Feb 13, 2015 | |
| Feb 04, 2015 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-AFRI-004875 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Agriculture and Food Research Initiative: Food Security Challenge Area |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.310 — Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 30, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 13, 2015 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 04, 2015 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 04, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 05, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $16,800,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $4,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Small businesses For profit organizations other than small businesses Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Please review Part III, A for more specific eligibility requirements. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Food and Agriculture |
| Description: | The goal of the Food Security Challenge Area for FY 2015 is to develop agricultural production research, education, and extension to develop more sustainable, productive, and economically viable plant and animal production systems. This program will also develop regionally adapted crop cultivars and livestock/breeds that contribute to rural economic development and prosperity while enhancing food security. These investments will increase food security by improving agricultural production systems at the regional and national levels and by encouraging diversification of agricultural production. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Agriculture and Food Research Initiative: Food Security Challenge Area |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NIFA Help Desk
Phone: 202-401-5048 Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays Email:electronic@nifa.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-AFRI-004875 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Agriculture and Food Research Initiative: Food Security Challenge Area |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.310 — Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 13, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 04, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 05, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $16,800,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $4,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Small businesses Private institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Please review Part III, A for more specific eligibility requirements. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Food and Agriculture |
| Description: | The goal of the Food Security Challenge Area for FY 2015 is to develop agricultural production research, education, and extension to develop more sustainable, productive, and economically viable plant and animal production systems. This program will also develop regionally adapted crop cultivars and livestock/breeds that contribute to rural economic development and prosperity while enhancing food security. These investments will increase food security by improving agricultural production systems at the regional and national levels and by encouraging diversification of agricultural production. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Agriculture and Food Research Initiative: Food Security Challenge Area |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NIFA Help Desk
Phone: 202-401-5048 Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays Email:electronic@nifa.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-AFRI-004875 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Agriculture and Food Research Initiative: Food Security Challenge Area |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.310 — Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 04, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 04, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 05, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $16,800,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $4,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Small businesses Private institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Please review Part III, A for more specific eligibility requirements. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Food and Agriculture |
| Description: | The goal of the Food Security Challenge Area for FY 2015 is to develop agricultural production research, education, and extension to develop more sustainable, productive, and economically viable plant and animal production systems. This program will also develop regionally adapted crop cultivars and livestock/breeds that contribute to rural economic development and prosperity while enhancing food security. These investments will increase food security by improving agricultural production systems at the regional and national levels and by encouraging diversification of agricultural production. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Agriculture and Food Research Initiative: Food Security Challenge Area |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NIFA Help Desk
Phone: 202-401-5048 Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays Email:electronic@nifa.usda.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 272432 Full Announcement-3 -> FY 2015 AFRI Food Security_final version(v4).pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | NIFA Help Desk Phone: 202-401-5048 Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays Email: electronic@nifa.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.310 | PKG00212764 | Jan 30, 2015 | Jun 04, 2015 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
272432 RR_SF424_2_0-2.0.pdf
272432 AFRI_Project_Type-1.0.pdf
272432 RR_Budget_1_3-1.3.pdf
272432 RR_KeyPersonExpanded_2_0-2.0.pdf
272432 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_3-1.3.pdf
272432 RR_PersonalData_1_2-1.2.pdf
272432 PerformanceSite_2_0-2.0.pdf
272432 NIFA_Supplemental_Info_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
272432 RR_SubawardBudget30_1_3-1.3.pdf
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