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Find similar grantsNorth Carolina Bioenergy Research Initiative is sponsored by North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA&CS). Supports research and development of agricultural and forestry-based feedstocks for bioenergy production and agribusiness development.
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Research Stations - Bioenergy Research Initiative / New and Emerging Crops Program / Innovations to Advance the Agricultural Economy | NC Agriculture N. C. Bioenergy Research Initiative New and Emerging Crops Program Innovations to Advance the Agricultural Economy Agriculture is North Carolina’s number one industry and contributes over $100 billion to the state’s economy each year.
With funding provided by the North Carolina General Assembly since 2013, the N. C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has led the N.
C. Bioenergy Research Initiative with the mission to support the research and development of agricultural and forestry-based feedstocks for bioenergy production, agribusiness development and cooperative research for biofuels production within the state. In 2018 the General Assembly allocated funding at the Commissioner’s request for a New and Emerging Crops Program.
Its mission is to identify potential new crops and value-added products, and then provide the agricultural research, marketing support and grower education needed to make these crops viable options for North Carolina growers. In 2024 the General Assembly voted to expand the scope of the combined programs to include Innovations to Advance the Agricultural Economy .
This expansion is a commitment to address the needs of an ever-evolving agricultural economy by supporting innovative agricultural research projects. Oxford Tobacco Research Station
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Universities, non-profits, and research entities in collaboration with North Carolina industry partners. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $500,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for North Carolina Bioenergy Research Initiative are due December 22, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
North Carolina Bioenergy Research Initiative is funded by North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA&CS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Resilient Food System Infrastructure Program (RFSI) is sponsored by North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) in collaboration with USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS). This initiative aims to enhance the robustness and sustainability of North Carolina's food supply chain by strengthening the middle segments (processing, aggregation, distribution, and storage) of the food supply chain, excluding meat and poultry. It seeks to build resilience within local and regional food systems, fostering economic growth and creating new opportunities for North Carolina's farmers and food producers.
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