[…] for Applications. Resources If this is your first time filling out a federal grant, or if you want some help from USDA, any eligible applicant can submit questions and ask for Technical Assistance from USDA by emailing – mpirg@usda.gov. USDA is hosting a webinar for potential applicants on July 13, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. […]
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$22.6 Million Awarded to Support Organic Farming, Research
[…] low point,” Schonbeck adds, “ that there were again no educational curriculum development projects, though… some of the conference grants have a strong educational component.” OREI Awardee Highlights We are happy to announce that one member of NSAC, the Organic Seed Alliance (OSA), has been awarded $77,015 this funding cycle to implement two novel […]
Calling all Researchers! Nearly $300 million in Ag Research Funding Now Available!
USDA recently announced over $290 million in research grant funding through the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative – including funding for research on plant breeding, local and regional food systems, beginning farmers, farmers of color, and the impact of COVID-19 on our farmers and the food supply chain.
The Senate is Negotiating Pandemic Aid: What Does it Mean for Farmers and Food Systems?
Russell Senate building. Photo credit: Larry Lamsa On Monday, July 27, 2020, Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) introduced the highly anticipated HEALS Act. This $1 trillion bill is the Senate Majority proposal for the fourth coronavirus response package (C4), which will serve as the starting point for Senate negotiations. In this post we will examine […]
Regional and Long-Term Agricultural Research Build Climate Resilience
[…] and quality of soil and other natural resources. Recognizing the need for a coordinated nationwide response to these challenges, they recommended that sites share and coordinate research questions, protocols, data collection and analysis, and interpretation. The LTAR Network that emerged from this recommendation established the following priorities: Improve agroecosystem production and function Address climate […]
Will $90 Million in Funding Hit the Mark for Sustainable Ag?
[…] ways. This approach makes careful project selection essential if the grants are to address the practical needs of farmers and producers working to farm more sustainably. Research Highlights Sustainable, Systems-Based Solutions For Ensuring Low-Moisture Food Safety – Michigan State University This project aims to reduce foodborne illnesses and recalls linked to “low-moisture foods,” improving […]
Agriculture Underscored in House Climate Committee Report
[…] endorsed by NSAC. In fact, the new report makes repeated references to the ARA legislation, a bill which puts into detailed legislative language many of the recommendations highlighted by the Select Committee. When it comes time for the Agriculture Committees of Congress to write their sections of comprehensive climate legislation or the climate-relevant sections […]
A Closer Look at Legal Experts’ Helpful COVID-19 Resources for Farmers
[…] agricultural producers. Along with an overview of financial assistance for farmers, the Guide also includes important guidance about avoiding scams and mitigating discrimination in aid. For a higher level glance at COVID-19 resources, see FLAG’s summary of COVID-19 relief for farmers published May 4: Navigating COVID-19 Relief for Farmers. FLAG led the development and […]
New 2020 Organic Survey: Assessing Research, Education and Outreach Needs to Meet the Growing Demand for Organic Products
[…] survey: www.opinion.wsu.edu/organicproduction Transitioning farmers/ranchers, are asked to take this survey: www.opinion.wsu.edu/transitionproducers The survey is being administered by Washington State University and all responses will be kept confidential. Questions about the survey may be directed to Lauren Scott at lauren.n.scott@wsu.edu or 1-800-833-0867. Survey results will be published in updated versions of OFRF’s National Organic Research Agenda (NORA) report and […]
Farmers “Call” on Congress to Deliver Appropriations Asks in First Virtual NSAC Fly-In
[…] downstream. “In this time of climate insecurity, farmers need to be innovators and have the support to do on-farm research,” Halee said.  In light of COVID-19, Halee highlighted the need for assistance in helping aggregate or make it easier for farmers to get their products into distribution or direct markets. “What we will see […]
$192 Million in Food and Agriculture Research Funding Now Available
[…] work with NIFA to further refine the research needs of this program area. Missing in the FY 2020 RFA are the “crop breeding innovation hubs” and “ high-intensity phenotyping sites” project options, which were featured in the FY 2019 RFA.          Program Basics As in past years, Foundational and Applied funds are awarded to […]
New On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials Program Awards Over $24 Million
[…] benefit 16 individual states, located primarily in the Central region of the country. In this blog post, we provide an overview of this new CIG subprogram, and highlight notable awardees from the first round of On-Farm Trials funding. On-Farm Trials Overview On-Farm Trials is a new subprogram of the larger CIG program, and CIG […]
Congressional Hearings Discuss Farm Bill Implementation, Relocation and Climate Change
[…] USDA considered in its cost-benefit analysis the value of lost research, expertise, and institutional knowledge. According to the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association’s (AAEA) report, replacing such highly qualified staff at ERS can take four years or more and will cost between $141 and $203 million in lost research. Dr. Hutchins noted that this […]
Over $24 Million Awarded to Support Organic Research, Farmers
[…] the competitiveness of organic livestock and crop producers. For more information on OREI and ORG, visit NSAC’s Grassroots Guide to Federal Farm and Food Programs. OREI Awardee Highlights We are happy to announce that two NSAC members – the Organic Farming and Research Foundation (OFRF), in collaboration with the Organic Seed Alliance (OSA) – […]
Lending to Farmers of Color and Women: New Report Examines Trends and Barriers
[…] them to qualify for loans Private lenders and federal agencies conduct outreach to SDFRs, but the effectiveness of these efforts in increasing lending is unknown GAO Report Highlights USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) county offices provide direct and guaranteed farm ownership and operating loans to farmers and ranchers across the country. Direct loans are […]
USDA Research Investments Explore Profitability & Viability of Small and Medium-Sized Farms
[…] regions of the U.S., including Puerto Rico. Major research themes included but were not limited to: organic vegetable production, livestock (dairy), and conservation and succession of woodlands. Highlights from notable projects are included below. For a complete list of FY 2018 projects click here. Rural Coalition – Scaling Up Rural Resilience The Rural Coalition, […]
2017 Census of Agriculture Drilldown: Conservation and Energy
[…] the first in a series of Census deep dives, the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) examines what the Census has to say about conservation and energy and highlights themes and key takeaways for sustainable agriculture advocates. Grass vs. Cropland Easements Rotational Grazing Cover Crops Tillage Fertilizers and Chemicals Renewable Energy Grass vs. Cropland The […]
Farmers and Policy-Makers Need USDA Research Agencies in Washington
[…] agriculture and research communities, as well as a growing number of Members of Congress, who have introduced legislation in both chambers that would stop the move. Committee Highlights Concerns with Relocation At this week’s hearing – “Examining the Impacts of Relocating USDA Research Agencies on Agriculture Research” – convened by the Biotechnology, Horticulture, and […]
Congressional Hearings Examine Climate Change and Agriculture
[…] and the importance of building resilient systems and communities for several different sectors, including agriculture. The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) applauds both committees for examining and highlighting opportunities for climate change adaptation and mitigation within agriculture. NSAC’s Position on Climate Change and Agriculture NSAC, along with the hundreds of thousands of farmers and […]
$14 Million Available to Help Train the Next Generation of Farmers
[…] comprehensive analysis of BFRDP’s performance and impact over time on beginning and veteran farmers and ranchers. Additionally, NIFA held a stakeholder webinar earlier this year to answer questions from applicants about the RFA and application process. A link to the webinar recording can be found here. For additional program details, see NSAC’s Grassroots Guide, […]
Organic Research Funding Opportunities Released
[…] grants are those who demonstrate limited resources for submitting a large application, define anticipated benefits from the planning activities, or demonstrate their subsequent application will have a high probability of success. 4. Curriculum Development Proposals Targeted for education activities, these grants lend assistance in the development of new undergraduate or graduate curriculum in organic […]
Climate Action Heats up in Congress – What Does it Mean for Agriculture?
[…] by Representative Ocasio Cortez (D-NY) and Senator Markey (D-MA). The Green New Deal is designed to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and also to create new, high-wage jobs. The resolution (H. Res 109/S. Res 59) proposes sweeping changes to nearly every sector, including manufacturing, energy, waste management, transportation, infrastructure, and agriculture. While comprehensive […]
Breaking Barriers: Food System Diversity Begins with Farmer Diversity
Editor’s Note: This article was written by NSAC Policy Specialist Nichelle Harriott for the DC EcoWomen blog (Nichelle is also a member of DC EcoWomen). The original post was published on January 19, 2019 and can be found here. I remember a time, growing up in a small rural community in the Caribbean, where my grandfather would disappear into the backyard on Sunday for about an hour and return with a chicken– dead and […]
Is American Agriculture Prepared to Tackle the Climate Challenge?
[…] to the report’s Agriculture Chapter, the main ways through which agricultural and rural communities will feel the effects of a changing climate include: Reduced Agricultural Productivity – Higher temperatures will lead to higher frequency of droughts, lower crop yield, depletion of surface and groundwater resources, increased risk of wildfires, and overall lower soil health. […]