This grant, offered by BLM WY, is designed to advance the science of land restoration through focused research on seed germination. The initiative seeks to meticulously measure and model the hydrothermal germination time of both undesirable weed species and valuable native plants. By gaining a deeper understanding of these precise germination characteristics, researchers can significantly enhance the process of species selection. This improved selection capability is vital for achieving more successful and sustainable restoration outcomes for lands that have been disturbed by energy development. The ultimate goal is to optimize restoration practices, ensuring that re-vegetation efforts are highly effective and contribute to the long-term ecological health and resilience of these important landscapes.
Opportunity ID: 233694
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L13AS00079 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | BLM WY Reclamation Seed Microcapillary Barrier |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.231 — Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 08, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 28, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 28, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 03, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $30,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $30,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | Investigate measuring and modeling the hydrothermal germination time of weeds and native species as a way to improve species selection and successful restoration of lands disturbed by energy development. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Click on APPLICATION tab above to download full announcement instructions and application package |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Robert J. Tichac, 307-775-6313
rtichac@blm.gov Email:rtichac@blm.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 233694 Full Announcement-1 -> rfa reclamation seed microcapillary barrier.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Robert J. Tichac, 307-775-6313 rtichac@blm.gov Email: rtichac@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.231 | PKG00177051 | May 08, 2013 | May 28, 2013 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
233694 SF424-2.0.pdf
233694 Project-1.1.pdf
233694 Budget-1.1.pdf
233694 SF424A-1.0.pdf
233694 SF424B-1.1.pdf