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Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Protection of Managed Bees Coordinated Agricultural Project (CAP)
Bee populations throughout the U.S. are in serious decline due to pests, diseases, and environmental stresses, including pesticide exposure, inadequate nutritional resources, and extreme temperatures. In addition, a potentially new phenomenon, tentatively termed Colony Collapse Disorder, is threatening the honey bee industry and potentially may impact the Nation's food supply. It has become increasingly difficult for beekeepers to meet the pollination demand for several crops and the cost of bees used for pollination services has more than doubled. The recent completion of the honey bee genome and whole genome microarray may allow researchers to develop effective strategies to better protect managed bees and to improve the viability of the apiculture industry. A coordinated approach that links basic and applied research, in conjunction with extension and educational activities to better protect and manage bee pollinators is essential.
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This is an integrated program. Please refer to Part III, A of the current Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Request for Applications for the complete eligibility requirements.
Request for Application (RFA) | Apply: Electronic
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Solicitation Date (Opening) |
December 17, 2008
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Letter of Intent Due Date |
March 2, 2009
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Due Date (Closing)
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May 1, 2009 |
Anticipated Award Date
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None |
Estimated Total Program Funding
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$3,000,000.00 |
Range of Awards |
$0.00 to $3,000,000.00 |
Percent of Applications Funded Last Fiscal Year |
0% |
Cost Sharing Requirements |
For equipment grants and if commodity specific. See RFA for details. |
For More Information Contact |
Mary Purcell-Miramontes
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Funding Opportunity Number |
USDA-CSREES-AFRI-002010 |
CFDA Number |
10.310 - Agriculture and Food Research Initiative |
Contact for Electronic Access Problems |
webcomments@csrees.usda.gov
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Last Updated: December 18, 2008
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