Opportunity Information: Apply for EPA R3WCM 08 07
Apply for EPA R3WCM 08 07
- The Environmental Protection Agency in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Strategic Agricultural Initiative Grant Program FY 2008 Request for Proposals" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 66.716 Research, Development, Monitoring, Public Education, Training, Demonstrations, and Studies.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 3, 2008 and posted on Jun 3, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 3, 2008 Please refer to the full announcement, including Section IV for additional information on submission methods and due dates.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $110,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Individuals Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- See Section III of the announcement for additional eligibility information.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Strategic Agricultural Initiative Grant Program FY 2008 Request for Proposals is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region 3, designed to help the agricultural community meet the intent of the Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA). The central purpose is to speed and support real-world transitions away from higher-risk pesticides and toward safer, reduced-risk pesticide options, along with alternative pest control approaches and more sustainable production practices. In practical terms, the program is meant to fund on-the-ground work that helps growers, advisors, and agricultural stakeholders adopt pest management strategies that reduce risks to human health and the environment while still protecting crop productivity.
The funding focuses on projects that translate policy goals into usable practices in the field. EPA Region 3 is looking for proposals that provide education and outreach (such as trainings, workshops, and public education efforts), extension-style support to growers and agricultural professionals, and demonstration or field-based projects that show how reduced-risk pest management can work under real production conditions. This can include demonstrating alternative methods of pest control, showcasing integrated pest management techniques, validating reduced-risk products and practices, and helping stakeholders understand and comply with FQPA-driven changes affecting pesticide use. The opportunity is categorized under environmental assistance, and it aligns with CFDA 66.716, which covers research, monitoring, public education, training, demonstrations, and related studies.
For FY 2008, the announcement lists an estimated total funding amount of $110,000. The award mechanism is a grant, and there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement indicated, which generally means applicants are not required to contribute non-federal matching funds as a condition of receiving an award. That said, applicants are directed to consult the full announcement, particularly the sections covering eligibility and application requirements, since those sections typically spell out any additional expectations, documentation standards, or program-specific conditions.
Eligibility is broad and includes state governments, federally recognized tribal governments, individuals, nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education), and both public/state-controlled and private institutions of higher education. The listing also notes “Others” may be eligible, but the announcement instructs applicants to refer to Section III for the definitive eligibility rules and any clarifications or limitations. This suggests EPA may have included additional detail about who qualifies, whether partnerships are encouraged, and whether certain types of entities must apply as a lead applicant versus a partner.
The opportunity was posted and created on June 3, 2008, with an application deadline of July 3, 2008. The listing also notes that applicants should refer to the full announcement, especially Section IV, for the official submission instructions and due-date details. The opportunity was archived on August 2, 2008, indicating it is no longer open, but the summary remains useful for understanding the program’s purpose and the types of projects EPA sought to fund.
The funding opportunity number is EPA R3WCM 08 07, and the official title is “Strategic Agricultural Initiative Grant Program FY 2008 Request for Proposals.” For those who had trouble accessing the full announcement electronically, the contact listed is John J. Butler at (215) 814-2127.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Strategic Agricultural Initiative Grant Program FY 2008?
It is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region 3, titled the "Strategic Agricultural Initiative Grant Program FY 2008 Request for Proposals." The program is designed to help the agricultural community meet the intent of the Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA) by supporting practical transitions to reduced-risk pesticide options and alternative pest control approaches.
What is the main purpose of this grant opportunity?
The central purpose is to speed and support real-world transitions away from higher-risk pesticides and toward safer, reduced-risk pesticide options, along with alternative pest control approaches and more sustainable production practices. The goal is to reduce risks to human health and the environment while still protecting crop productivity.
Which EPA office is offering this grant?
The grant is offered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region 3.
How does this program relate to the Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA)?
The program is intended to help the agricultural community meet the intent of the FQPA by funding projects that help stakeholders understand and comply with FQPA-driven changes affecting pesticide use and by accelerating adoption of reduced-risk pest management strategies.
What types of projects does EPA Region 3 want to fund?
EPA Region 3 is looking for projects that translate policy goals into usable field practices, including education and outreach, extension-style support, and demonstration or field-based projects that show reduced-risk pest management under real production conditions.
What are examples of allowable project activities mentioned in the summary?
Examples include trainings, workshops, public education efforts, extension-style support to growers and agricultural professionals, demonstration projects, field-based validation of reduced-risk products and practices, showcasing integrated pest management techniques, and demonstrating alternative pest control methods.
Is this funding focused on research or on practical implementation?
The summary emphasizes on-the-ground work and field-usable practices, including demonstrations and extension-style support. It is aimed at helping growers and advisors adopt reduced-risk strategies in real production settings.
What is the funding category for this opportunity?
The opportunity is categorized under environmental assistance.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity, and what does it cover?
The opportunity aligns with CFDA 66.716, which covers research, monitoring, public education, training, demonstrations, and related studies.
How much funding is available under this FY 2008 announcement?
The estimated total funding amount listed for FY 2008 is $110,000.
What type of award is being offered?
The award mechanism is a grant.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost-sharing or matching requirement is indicated in the summary. Applicants are directed to consult the full announcement for complete eligibility and application requirements.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as broad and includes state governments, federally recognized tribal governments, individuals, nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education), and both public/state-controlled and private institutions of higher education.
Are there any other eligible applicant types besides those listed?
The listing notes that "Others" may be eligible, but applicants are instructed to refer to Section III of the full announcement for definitive eligibility rules and any clarifications or limitations.
Where should applicants look for the official eligibility rules and any limitations?
Applicants are directed to consult the full announcement, particularly Section III, for the definitive eligibility rules and clarifications.
Where should applicants look for official submission instructions and deadline details?
Applicants are instructed to refer to the full announcement, especially Section IV, for official submission instructions and due-date details.
When was this funding opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted and created on June 3, 2008.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline listed is July 3, 2008. The summary also advises checking the full announcement for the official due-date details.
Is this funding opportunity still open?
No. The listing indicates the opportunity was archived on August 2, 2008, meaning it is no longer open.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is EPA R3WCM 08 07.
What is the official title of the opportunity?
The official title is "Strategic Agricultural Initiative Grant Program FY 2008 Request for Proposals."
Who is the contact person listed for issues accessing the full announcement?
The contact listed is John J. Butler. The summary states he can be reached at (215) 814-2127 for those who had trouble accessing the full announcement electronically.
What practical outcomes is EPA trying to achieve through this program?
The program is intended to help growers, advisors, and agricultural stakeholders adopt pest management strategies that reduce risks to human health and the environment while maintaining crop productivity, primarily by encouraging reduced-risk pesticides and alternative pest control approaches.
Does the summary specify any required partnerships or a lead applicant structure?
No specific partnership or lead applicant structure is stated in the summary. It notes that additional detail may exist in Section III of the full announcement, including potential clarifications about who qualifies and how partnerships may be handled.
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