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USDA FAS Solicits Proposals for Borlaug International Agricultural Science and Technology Fellowship Program FY2026

The United States Department of Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service (USDA/FAS), is seeking proposals to administer the Norman E. Borlaug International Agricultural Science and Technology Fellowship Program for FY2026. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) - Program Focus: - Applied research, extension, and education collaborations between U.S. research institutions and foreign specialists - Emphasis on agricultural genetic engineering, genome editing, regulatory approaches for genetically engineered crops, trade facilitation, and risk modeling - Targeted countries include Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, and Mexico - Services Requested: - Up to 6 fellowships, each supporting up to 12-week programs for foreign participants - Activities include mentorship, leadership training, field visits, policy development, and follow-up visits - Notable Requirements: - Only U.S. State cooperative institutions and other eligible colleges/universities may apply - Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov and comply with federal funding regulations - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as the program centers on academic and research partnerships - Funding: - Total available federal funding is $2,625,000 - Maximum of $750,000 per award

Description

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, Fellowship Programs, announces a funding opportunity to support the Norman E. Borlaug International Agricultural Science and Technology Fellowship Program by issuing new awards. This program supports applied research, extension, and education collaborations between U.S. researchers and their foreign counterparts from selected emerging market economies. The program aims to strengthen trade and expand markets for the United States. Eligible applicants include State cooperative institutions or other colleges and universities in the United States as defined at 7 U.S.C. 3103.

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