The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) requests applications for the Special Research Grants for Aquaculture Research competitive grants program for fiscal year (FY) 2024.
Donor Name: National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA)
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/15/2024
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: 2 Years
Details:
The purpose of the Special Research Grants for Aquaculture Research program is to support the development of an environmentally and economically sustainable aquaculture industry in the United States by generating new, science-based information and technology to address industry constraints. Applied research is needed to develop practical solutions that will facilitate growth and remove limitations to expansion of the United States aquaculture industry.
The Special Research Grants for Aquaculture Research program is aligned with the following: USDA Strategic Plan FY 2022-2026 goals:
- Strategic Goal 1: Combat Climate Change to Support America’s Working Lands, Natural Resources, and Communities
- Strategic Goal 2: Ensure America’s Agricultural System is Equitable, Resilient, and Prosperous
- Strategic Goal 3: Foster and Equitable and Competitive Marketplace for All Agricultural Producers
- Strategic Goal 4: Provide All Americans Safe, Nutritious Food
- Strategic Goal 5: Expand Opportunities for Economic Development and Improve Quality of Life in Rural and Tribal Communities
USDA Science and Research Strategy, 2023–2026 priorities:
- Priority 1: Accelerating Innovative Technologies and Practices
- Priority 2: Driving Climate-Smart Solutions
- Priority 3: Bolstering Nutrition Security and Health
- Priority 4: Cultivating Resilient Ecosystems
Project and Grant Types
- Standard Project Proposals
- The intent is to fund applied research that addresses program priorities with a maximum award of $300,000 and maximum duration of 2 years.
Funding Information
The anticipated amount available for the Special Research Grants Program for Aquaculture Research in FY2024 is $1.936 million.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible applicants include:
- State Agricultural Experiment Stations;
- colleges and universities (including junior colleges offering associate degrees or higher);
- university research foundations;
- other research institutions and organizations;
- Federal agencies;
- national laboratories;
- private organizations or corporations;
- individuals who are U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents; an
- any group consisting of two or more entities identified in a) through h).
For more information, visit Grants.gov.
