Special Research Grants Program - Potato Breeding Research

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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

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Description

The purpose of this grant program is to support potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) research that focuses on varietal development/testing and whose output will be or include potato varieties. As used herein, varietal development/testing is research using traditional and biotechnological genetics to develop improved potato variety(ies). Aspects of evaluation, screening and testing must support or complement the development of improved varieties.

Who can apply

  • Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
  • Private institutions of higher education

Contact

NIFA Help Desk <br/>Phone: 202-401-5048 <br/>Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays <br/>
electronic@nifa.usda.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedNov 20, 2009
  • ClosesJan 20, 2010
  • Award floor$0
  • Award ceiling$1,300,000
  • Program funding$1,300,000
  • Expected awards5
  • CFDA10.200
Categories
Agriculture Science and Technology and other Research and Development

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