This grant is for the purpose of advancing biological weed control efforts within Montana. Funding will support comprehensive research focused on identifying and evaluating natural enemies—such as insects or pathogens—that can effectively manage problematic invasive plant species. Key activities include the collection of potential biological control agents from their native habitats, followed by rigorous screening processes to ensure host specificity and prevent harm to non-target plants. The research also encompasses the development of efficient rearing methods for mass production of approved agents. A crucial component of this initiative involves navigating and securing the necessary regulatory approvals for the safe and controlled introduction of these biological agents into Montana’s ecosystems, ultimately providing sustainable, long-term solutions for weed management.
Opportunity ID: 53963
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L10AS00042 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Biological Weed Control Research in Montana |
| 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: | 15.230 — Invasive and Noxious Plant Management |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 22, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 23, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 23, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $75,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $16,000 |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | State governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | Research for collecting, screening, rearing, and obtaining approval for the introduction of biological weed control agents. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Lori Anderson, Grants Management Officer, 406-896-5196
landerso@blm.gov Email:landerso@blm.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 53963 Full Announcement-1 -> l10as00042 msu.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Lori Anderson, Grants Management Officer, 406-896-5196 landerso@blm.gov Email: landerso@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PKG00018233 | Apr 22, 2010 | May 23, 2010 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
53963 SF424-2.0.pdf
53963 Project-1.1.pdf
53963 Budget-1.1.pdf
53963 SF424A-1.0.pdf
53963 SF424B-1.1.pdf
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