Agricultural Market and Economic Research

Department Of Agriculture, Usda, Office Of The Chief Economist

To conduct cooperative economic analyses in support of the Office of the Chief Economist's responsibility to advise the Secretary of Agriculture on the economic implications of Department policies, programs, and proposed legislation. These projects and analyses cover the nation's agricultural commodity markets; risk analyses and cost-benefit analyses related to international food and agriculture; sustainable development; energy issues related to the agricultural economy; agricultural labor; glob

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Helps farmers improve food production and sustainability through research and new technologies. Provides support for developing best practices in agriculture.

Quick Facts

Funding
$5,000,000 - $6,970,736
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?

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.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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One-time, formula-based financial support (up to $11 billion for FBA, with an additional $1 billion for other commodities) to American farmers for immediate relief from market disruptions, elevated input costs, and trade/economic policy impacts.

Who Is Eligible?

Business Size: small, medium

Industries: agriculture

Region: US nationwide

Other Criteria: eligible row crop producers, farmers, ranchers, and producers facing ongoing market disruptions, elevated input costs, and lingering impacts from years of failed trade and economic policies

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

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

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Review the funding opportunity announcement
  • Prepare application materials
  • Submit application through the designated portal
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
http://www.usda.gov/farming-and-ranching/farm-bill
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ“…Key Dates
June 3, 2019Application acceptance start date
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 participation in programs
๐ŸšซIneligible Expenses
  • non-eligible costs related to program participation
๐Ÿ“Expense Caps
Admin costs capped at 15%
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 in a fiscal year
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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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

This program is available to small, medium businesses in agriculture industries located in US nationwide.

This program offers funding up to $6,970,736 (minimum $5,000,000).

This program accepts applications on a rolling basis.

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