Opportunity Information: Apply for L12AS00099
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- The Bureau of Land Management in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Dwarf Bear Claw Poppy Arctomecon humilis Pollinator Study" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.231 Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 17, 2012 and posted on May 17, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 15, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $10,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $10,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Dwarf Bear Claw Poppy (Arctomecon humilis) Pollinator Study was a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) discretionary grant opportunity focused on improving scientific understanding of the pollination biology and reproductive success of an endangered plant species. The project was designed to generate practical information that land managers could use to better protect and manage dwarf bear claw poppy habitat by clarifying how dependent the species is on specific pollinators and whether reproduction is being limited by pollination or genetics.
The core purpose of the study was to evaluate whether the poppy is producing as much fruit and seed as it could under natural conditions and, if not, why. The announcement laid out three linked scientific objectives. First, the study would compare average fruit production and seed set between poppy populations that are naturally pollinated and populations that receive hand outcrossing, which is a controlled pollination method where pollen is intentionally transferred from one plant to another to simulate or enhance cross-pollination. This comparison helps reveal whether natural pollination is adequate or whether plants may be pollen-limited due to low pollinator visitation, poor pollen transfer, or other environmental constraints. Second, the project would collect and identify flower visitors across all poppy populations included in the study. By documenting which insects (or other animals) visit the flowers, and by identifying them, the study would establish a clearer picture of the pollinator community associated with the species and which visitors are likely contributing to effective pollination versus simply visiting. Third, the project would conduct experimental cross-pollination between different populations to determine whether genetic isolation is limiting reproductive success. That portion of the work addresses the possibility that separated or small populations may have reduced genetic exchange, which can lead to lower fertility or weaker seed production even when pollinators are present.
The expected outcome was a stronger, management-relevant understanding of the relationship between the endangered dwarf bear claw poppy and its pollinators, along with insight into whether limited reproduction is driven more by ecological factors (like insufficient pollinator service) or genetic factors (like isolation among populations). The notice emphasized that the resulting information would be critical for managing poppy habitat, implying that findings could influence conservation actions such as habitat protection priorities, restoration approaches, or strategies to maintain or enhance pollinator activity and connectivity between plant populations.
Administratively, this opportunity was listed under Funding Opportunity Number L12AS00099 and used a Cooperative Agreement as the funding instrument, indicating that BLM expected to have substantial involvement in the project rather than simply issuing a hands-off award. It fell under the Natural Resources activity category and was associated with CFDA 15.231 (Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management). The opportunity anticipated a single award with a total funding amount of $10,000, with the award floor and ceiling both set at $10,000, meaning the project budget was fixed at that amount. No cost share or matching funds were required. The competition was open to unrestricted applicants (open to any type of entity, subject to any additional eligibility notes in the full announcement). The opportunity was posted and created on May 17, 2012, had an original and current closing date of June 15, 2012, and was archived on July 30, 2012. The grants.gov listing provided an additional information link and identified the BLM grants management contact as Andrea J. Ramos (801-539-4145, aramos@blm.gov) for assistance accessing the full announcement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Dwarf Bear Claw Poppy (Arctomecon humilis) Pollinator Study grant?
It was a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) discretionary grant opportunity focused on improving scientific understanding of the pollination biology and reproductive success of the endangered dwarf bear claw poppy (Arctomecon humilis). The intent was to generate practical, management-relevant information that land managers could use to better protect and manage the species' habitat.
What problem or management need was this grant trying to address?
The project was designed to clarify how dependent the dwarf bear claw poppy is on specific pollinators and whether its reproduction is being limited by pollination (ecological constraints) or by genetic factors (such as isolation among populations). The underlying management question was whether the plant is producing as much fruit and seed as it could under natural conditions and, if not, why.
What were the main scientific objectives of the study?
The announcement described three linked objectives:
- Compare fruit production and seed set between naturally pollinated populations and populations receiving hand outcrossing (controlled cross-pollination).
- Collect and identify flower visitors across all poppy populations included in the study to characterize the pollinator/visitor community.
- Conduct experimental cross-pollination between different populations to test whether genetic isolation is limiting reproductive success.
What is "hand outcrossing" in the context of this opportunity?
Hand outcrossing is a controlled pollination method in which pollen is intentionally transferred from one plant to another to simulate or enhance cross-pollination. In this study, it was used to help determine whether natural pollination is adequate or whether the plant may be pollen-limited (for example, due to low pollinator visitation, poor pollen transfer, or other environmental constraints).
Why did the project compare natural pollination to hand outcrossing?
By comparing average fruit production and seed set under natural pollination versus hand outcrossing, the study could indicate whether reproductive output is being limited by insufficient pollination. If hand outcrossing leads to higher fruit/seed production than natural conditions, that can suggest pollen limitation.
What did the flower visitor collection and identification component aim to produce?
It aimed to document which insects (or other animals) visit dwarf bear claw poppy flowers across the populations included in the study and to identify those visitors. This helps establish a clearer picture of the visitor and pollinator community and supports understanding which visitors are likely contributing to effective pollination versus simply visiting flowers.
What was the purpose of cross-pollination experiments between different populations?
The cross-pollination experiments between populations were intended to determine whether genetic isolation is limiting reproductive success. The work addresses the possibility that separated or small populations have reduced genetic exchange, which can lower fertility or weaken seed production even when pollinators are present.
What outcomes were expected from the study?
The expected outcome was a stronger, management-relevant understanding of the relationship between the endangered dwarf bear claw poppy and its pollinators, along with insight into whether limited reproduction is driven more by ecological factors (like insufficient pollinator service) or genetic factors (like isolation among populations).
How could the study results be used by land managers?
The notice emphasized that the resulting information would be critical for managing poppy habitat. The findings could influence conservation actions such as habitat protection priorities, restoration approaches, or strategies to maintain or enhance pollinator activity and connectivity between plant populations.
Which agency offered this grant opportunity?
The opportunity was offered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
What was the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number was L12AS00099.
What type of funding instrument was used?
The funding instrument was a Cooperative Agreement, which indicates BLM expected to have substantial involvement in the project rather than issuing a hands-off award.
What was the activity category and CFDA program association?
The opportunity fell under the Natural Resources activity category and was associated with CFDA 15.231 (Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management).
How much funding was available under this opportunity?
The total funding amount was $10,000.
Was the award amount flexible or fixed?
The budget was fixed: the award floor and the award ceiling were both $10,000, meaning the anticipated award amount was $10,000.
How many awards were anticipated?
The opportunity anticipated a single award.
Was a cost share or match required?
No cost share or matching funds were required.
Who was eligible to apply?
The competition was open to unrestricted applicants (open to any type of entity), subject to any additional eligibility notes in the full announcement.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
It was posted and created on May 17, 2012. The original and current closing date was June 15, 2012.
Is this grant opportunity still open?
No. The listing was archived on July 30, 2012.
Where could applicants find the full announcement details?
The grants.gov listing provided an additional information link, and applicants could also contact the listed BLM grants management contact for assistance accessing the full announcement.
Who was the BLM contact for this opportunity?
The grants management contact identified on the listing was Andrea J. Ramos. Phone: 801-539-4145. Email: aramos@blm.gov.
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