Biologically Integrated Farming Systems (BIFS) Program

The objective of this program is to demonstrate and refine IPM-based farming projects designed to reduce chemical pesticide inputs, especially non-selective, biologically disruptive insecticides and herbicides, with greater risk to human health and/or the environment. Applicants should discuss the risks of the insecticide(s) and/or herbicide(s) they are aiming to reduce. All aspects of the farming system may be considered as they relate to pest management, including factors such as adjacent landscapes, whether they are farmed or not. Projects will typically include the following three elements: (1) On-farm demonstration/evaluation of an innovative, biologically-based farming system, that employs IPM strategies; (2) A collaborative outreach effort for sharing technical information about the farming system, and; (3) An organized program of monitoring key biological and economic variables so as to inform on-farm decision making as well as evaluate project success. Program Details CA Department of Food and Agriculture is a state agency that offers the Biologically Integrated Farming Systems (BIFS) Program grant program to support arts and cultural programs and environment energy. This funding opportunity is available statewide and is administered by CA Department of Food and Agriculture through California Grants Portal. Organizations seeking funding for arts and cultural programs and environment energy should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application. Eligibility Eligible applicants should review the full program requirements on California Grants Portal for specific eligibility restrictions. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with CA Department of Food and Agriculture or on California Grants Portal before investing time in an application. Funding and Timeline Applications are due by December 20, 2021. Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds. Program Focus This grant supports arts and cultural programs and environment energy. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 111, 112. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes. How to Apply Eligible organizations can apply through California Grants Portal. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for. GrantRegister maintains a complete, authoritative registry of US federal, state, and foundation grant opportunities — matched automatically to your organization profile and delivered every Monday.

Eligibility

• Programs related to agriculture

Award details

Applications close on December 20, 2021.

Categories

Arts Culture · Environment Energy