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Aquaculture Business Development Grants is sponsored by Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center (MAIC). These grants are intended to build upon the Business & Economic Research Program and the Farmer to Farmer Exchange Program by providing funding for businesses to further explore market research, the transfer and/or adoption of new technologies or practices into their business, o…
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MAIC Grants Program | Maine Aquaculture Since its founding in 1989, The Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center has encouraged industry development by promoting applied aquaculture research. Generally, each year, MAIC has invited companies and researchers to submit proposals for funding consideration.
MAIC’s grants for research have ranged from $5,000 to as much as $50,000, and have required that applicants match MAIC resources on, at least, a 1:1 basis. The state funds administered by MAIC frequently are matched with resources provided by the federal government, industry, and private foundations interested in community economic development. MAIC manages about 15-20 funded projects at any given time.
The most recent round of funded research can be found by clicking here. A summary of past funded research projects may be found here. In 2013 & 2014, MAIC in collaboration with the Maine Aquaculture Association and Maine Sea Grant conducted a survey of R&D needs to advance the Maine industry.
Click on one of the industry sectors ( finfish , shellfish & Algae Survey ) to view the results.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Aquaculture businesses registered in Maine. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $5,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
FY2025 National Aquaculture Initiative: Strengthening U.S. Coastal, Marine, and Great Lakes Aquaculture Through Business Support is sponsored by National Sea Grant Office (NSGO). This opportunity funds research projects and programs focused on strengthening U. S. coastal, marine, and Great Lakes aquaculture by supporting the development of new aquaculture businesses and enhancing existing business output, efficiency, and profitability.
The FY2025 National Aquaculture Initiative is a grant from the NOAA National Sea Grant College Program that funds research and business support programs strengthening U.S. coastal, marine, and Great Lakes aquaculture industries. The initiative supports projects focused on supply chain development, regulatory navigation, workforce training, market expansion, and economic resilience for aquaculture businesses. Approximately $5,000,000 in total funding is available across FY2024 and FY2025. Eligible applicants are Sea Grant College Programs, Sea Grant Institutional Programs, and Sea Grant Coherent Area Programs — typically university-affiliated entities. Proposals must align with NOAA's strategic goals for sustainable domestic seafood production.