Agricultural and Food Policy Research Centers

Department Of Agriculture, Usda, Office Of The Chief Economist

Expanding the quality, scope, and application of agricultural research to develop best practices, innovations, and new technologies that improve food production, sustainability, and resilience in farming and food systems.

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Supports research on how policies affect farmers, the environment, and food systems. Aims to improve understanding of agricultural impacts on rural communities and consumers.

Quick Facts

Funding
$8,000,000 - $9,610,000
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Business Financing & Capital
Organization
Department Of Agriculture, Usda, Office Of The Chief Economist

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What Is This Program?

To conduct research and education programs that are objective, operationally independent, and external to the Federal Government and that concern the effect of public policies and trade agreements on: (1) the farm and agricultural sectors (including commodities, livestock, dairy, and specialty crops); (2) the environment; (3) rural families, households, and economies; and (4) consumers, food, and nutrition.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Submit proposals for funding
  • Follow guidelines for eligibility
  • Complete required forms
  • Submit applications by the deadline
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
http://www.usda.gov/farming-and-ranching/farm-bill
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ“…Key Dates
August 19, 2019Application Deadline
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
fixed-deadline

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
  • indirect cost rate agreement
  • IRB approval letter
  • environmental review
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB
โœ‰๏ธSupporting Letters
Letters of support/reference are required.

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • reimbursements for premiums paid
  • costs associated with Dairy Margin Coverage
  • costs for Conservation Innovation Grants
๐ŸšซIneligible Expenses
  • non-eligible costs related to ineligible producers
๐Ÿ“Expense Caps
Indirect costs limited to de minimis 10% MTDC
๐Ÿ’ณPayment Model
reimbursement
โชRetroactive Expenses Eligible
Yes

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards.
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

celia.hernandez@usda.gov
202-401-0463

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