Opportunity Information: Apply for USDA NIFA RIPM 003628
Apply for USDA NIFA RIPM 003628
- The National Institute of Food and Agriculture in the environment science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Regional Integrated Pest Management Competitive Grants Program Northeastern Region" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.200 Grants for Agricultural Research, Special Research Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 3, 2012 and posted on Jan 3, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 29, 2012 All applicants must submit a notice of intent to apply to the program. Letters of intent must be submitted as an email attachment (PDF preferred) and received by Dr. John E. Ayers (jea@psu.edu) by COB on February 3, 2012 (500 p.m. Eastern Time). An application will not be accepted if a letter of intent is not submitted in accordance with the instructions described below.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $600,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $180,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Organizations eligible to receive Research awards are state agricultural experiment stations, 1862 and 1890 land grant colleges and universities, including Tuskegee University and West Virginia State University, 1994 land grant colleges and universities, research foundations established by land grant colleges and universities, colleges and universities receiving funds under the Act of October 10, 1962 (16 USC 582a et seq.), accredited schools or colleges of veterinary medicine, and the University of the District of Columbia. Organizations eligible to receive Extension awards are 1862 and 1890 land grant colleges and universities, including Tuskegee University and West Virginia State University, and the University of the District of Columbia.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Regional Integrated Pest Management Competitive Grants Program (RIPM) for the Northeastern Region is a discretionary grant opportunity from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) designed to strengthen both research and extension work that leads to wider adoption of integrated pest management (IPM). The program focuses on the full pipeline of IPM progress: creating or improving specific pest control tactics, combining those tactics into practical IPM systems, and building extension and education efforts that help producers, communities, and other end users actually implement those approaches in real-world settings. In other words, the program is not limited to lab or field research alone; it also prioritizes the communication, training, and outreach needed for IPM methods to be used consistently and effectively.
This funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number: USDA NIFA RIPM 003628; CFDA: 10.200, Grants for Agricultural Research, Special Research Grants) falls under the Environment and Science and Technology research and development category. It is administered through the network of four regional IPM Centers (North Central, Northeastern, Southern, and Western) working in partnership with NIFA, with this specific announcement covering the Northeastern Region. The overall intent is to reduce reliance on single, high-risk pest control approaches by promoting integrated strategies that are economically workable, environmentally responsible, and suitable for adoption across diverse production systems and pest challenges.
The announcement lists an estimated total funding level of $600,000, with an award ceiling of $180,000 per project. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement noted, which can make participation more feasible for eligible institutions that may not have readily available matching funds. The opportunity uses a standard grant funding instrument and is categorized as discretionary, meaning proposals are competitively reviewed rather than funded automatically through a formula allocation.
A key procedural requirement is that applicants must submit a notice of intent (letter of intent) before the full application will be accepted. The letter of intent must be submitted by email attachment (PDF preferred) and received by Dr. John E. Ayers at jea@psu.edu by close of business on February 3, 2012 (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time). The full application deadline is February 29, 2012, and the announcement makes clear that an application will not be accepted if the letter of intent is not submitted exactly as instructed. The opportunity was posted on January 3, 2012, and later archived on March 30, 2012, indicating it was tied to that specific funding cycle.
Eligibility differs slightly depending on whether the proposal is for a Research award or an Extension award. For Research awards, eligible organizations include state agricultural experiment stations; 1862 and 1890 land-grant colleges and universities (including Tuskegee University and West Virginia State University); 1994 land-grant colleges and universities; research foundations established by land-grant institutions; colleges and universities receiving funds under the Act of October 10, 1962 (16 USC 582a et seq.); accredited schools or colleges of veterinary medicine; and the University of the District of Columbia. For Extension awards, eligible applicants are 1862 and 1890 land-grant colleges and universities (again including Tuskegee University and West Virginia State University) and the University of the District of Columbia. This structure underscores the program’s land-grant mission and its emphasis on applied outcomes and knowledge transfer.
For support, the announcement directs applicants who have trouble accessing the full announcement electronically to contact the NIFA Help Desk at 202-401-5048 during business hours (Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, excluding federal holidays). The listing also notes that there is contact support for questions related to preparing application content, reinforcing that applicants are expected to follow specific submission and content guidelines described in the full announcement.
Regional Integrated Pest Management Competitive Grants Program (RIPM) - Northeastern Region: FAQs
What is this grant opportunity?
The Regional Integrated Pest Management Competitive Grants Program (RIPM) for the Northeastern Region is a discretionary grant opportunity from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). It is designed to strengthen research and extension efforts that lead to broader adoption of integrated pest management (IPM).
What is the main goal of the program?
The program aims to reduce reliance on single, high-risk pest control approaches by promoting integrated strategies that are economically workable, environmentally responsible, and practical for adoption across diverse production systems and pest challenges.
What kinds of projects does RIPM support?
The program supports the full pipeline of IPM progress, including: creating or improving specific pest control tactics, combining those tactics into workable IPM systems, and developing extension/education activities that help producers, communities, and other end users implement IPM in real-world settings.
Is this funding limited to lab or field research?
No. The opportunity is explicitly not limited to research alone. It also prioritizes communication, training, and outreach so that IPM methods are used consistently and effectively.
Which federal agency administers this opportunity?
The program is offered through USDA NIFA and administered through the network of four regional IPM Centers (North Central, Northeastern, Southern, and Western) working in partnership with NIFA. This announcement specifically covers the Northeastern Region.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number and CFDA number?
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA NIFA RIPM 003628. CFDA: 10.200 (Grants for Agricultural Research, Special Research Grants).
What category does this opportunity fall under?
The listing places this opportunity in the Environment and Science and Technology research and development category.
Is this a competitive grant?
Yes. It is categorized as discretionary, meaning proposals are competitively reviewed rather than funded automatically through a formula allocation.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The opportunity uses a standard grant funding instrument.
How much total funding is expected to be available?
The announcement lists an estimated total funding level of $600,000.
What is the maximum award amount per project?
The award ceiling is $180,000 per project.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is noted in the information provided.
Is a letter of intent required?
Yes. Applicants must submit a notice of intent (letter of intent) before the full application will be accepted.
How must the letter of intent be submitted?
The letter of intent must be submitted by email attachment (PDF preferred).
Who receives the letter of intent?
The letter of intent must be emailed to Dr. John E. Ayers at jea@psu.edu.
What is the deadline for the letter of intent?
The letter of intent must be received by close of business on February 3, 2012 (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time).
What happens if the letter of intent is not submitted as instructed?
The announcement states that a full application will not be accepted if the letter of intent is not submitted exactly as instructed.
When is the full application due?
The full application deadline is February 29, 2012.
When was this opportunity posted and when was it archived?
The opportunity was posted on January 3, 2012, and later archived on March 30, 2012, indicating it was tied to that specific funding cycle.
Who is eligible to apply for Research awards?
For Research awards, eligible organizations include: state agricultural experiment stations; 1862 and 1890 land-grant colleges and universities (including Tuskegee University and West Virginia State University); 1994 land-grant colleges and universities; research foundations established by land-grant institutions; colleges and universities receiving funds under the Act of October 10, 1962 (16 USC 582a et seq.); accredited schools or colleges of veterinary medicine; and the University of the District of Columbia.
Who is eligible to apply for Extension awards?
For Extension awards, eligible applicants are 1862 and 1890 land-grant colleges and universities (including Tuskegee University and West Virginia State University) and the University of the District of Columbia.
How does eligibility differ between Research and Extension awards?
Research awards have a broader eligibility list that includes entities such as state agricultural experiment stations, 1994 land-grant institutions, certain research foundations, qualifying colleges/universities under the Act of October 10, 1962, and accredited veterinary schools/colleges. Extension awards are limited to 1862 and 1890 land-grant colleges and universities and the University of the District of Columbia.
What does the eligibility structure suggest about the program's purpose?
The eligibility structure underscores the program's land-grant mission and its emphasis on applied outcomes and knowledge transfer through research tied to practical extension and education.
What should applicants do if they cannot access the full announcement electronically?
Applicants who have trouble accessing the full announcement electronically are directed to contact the NIFA Help Desk at 202-401-5048.
When is the NIFA Help Desk available?
The Help Desk is available Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, excluding federal holidays.
Is there support for questions about preparing the application?
Yes. The listing notes that there is contact support for questions related to preparing application content, and it emphasizes that applicants are expected to follow the submission and content guidelines described in the full announcement.
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