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USDA NIFA Grants for Supplemental and Alternative Crops Research and Extension

The USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is seeking applications for the Supplemental and Alternative Crops (SAC) program to support integrated research and extension projects focused on expanding the adaptation and acreage of alternative crops in the U.S. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) - Products/Services Requested: - Integrated research and extension projects to develop superior crop cultivars, innovative production practices, and market expansion for supplemental and alternative crops - Targeted crops include canola, castor beans, industrial hemp, confectionary sunflowers, buckwheat, amaranth, quinoa, pearl millet, rye, spelt, lentils, mung beans, and dry edible beans - Projects must include both research and extension components, and may include education - Notable Requirements: - Projects must demonstrate multi-regional cooperation and stakeholder input - Eligible applicants: colleges, universities, other federal agencies, and private sector entities - Exclusion of dangerous gain-of-function research - Emphasis on rapid technology transfer to producers - Funding Details: - Total anticipated funding: approximately $1,815,036 - Individual awards: $230,000 to $460,000 - Project duration: 24-48 months, not to exceed five years - Place of Performance: - National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Kansas City, MO

Description

The Supplemental and Alternative Crops (SAC) program supports projects aimed at expanding adaptation and increasing acreage of alternative crops in the United States. These crops include those grown for food/feedstuff, oil, and feedstocks for industrial value-added products. The program focuses on integrated research and extension projects to improve productivity and profitability of these crops, encouraging multi-state research networks and stakeholder input. The funding supports development of superior crop cultivars and production practices, with rapid technology transfer to producers.

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