Dear Colleagues,

FFAR and Danone North America invite applications for the Impacts of Hub Farms on Regenerative Agriculture Adoption Competitive Grants Program. This initiative supports socio-economic research on large and small dairy farms to enhance understanding of Hub Farm resources' impacts on expanding regenerative agriculture practices. The program aims to encourage the replication of best management practices across diverse farm environments, promote increased cover crop acreage, and facilitate the acquisition of necessary equipment and infrastructure to scale regenerative agriculture.

Eligibility and Project Priorities

This opportunity seeks projects that (1) advance the replication of best practices across various farm types and (2) support middle adopters in increasing and sustaining cover crop acreage while obtaining the tools and infrastructure needed to implement regenerative practices effectively. FFAR will prioritize research that delivers broader benefits across geographies and production systems while ensuring mutual benefit for the U.S. and other nations. The program priorities include:

1. Cultivating Thriving Production Systems: Support research that helps producers manage their operations efficiently and profitably through better practices.
2. Sustaining Vibrant Agroecosystems: Provide tools and models for producers to maintain healthy, productive agroecosystems in a changing climate.
3. Bolstering Healthy Food Systems: Help food processors, distributors, and retailers create sustainable, efficient supply chains for nutritious food.
4. Promote Regenerative Agriculture Adoption: Research the social and economic factors influencing the adoption of regenerative agriculture.
5. Promote Replication Across Different Farm Environments: Encourage the replication of successful practices across various farm settings to broaden impact.
6. Uphold Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Engage diverse stakeholders to ensure research outcomes benefit all communities involved in agricultural sustainability.

Key Details

• Duration: 24 months
• Number of awards: two
• Award range: $225,000 - $450,000
• Required match: None
• Proposal Deadline: February 5, 2025, by 2 p.m.

Visit the FFAR website to learn more about this funding opportunity and access the full Request for Applications (RFA).

Thank you,

Kendra Rose, Associate Director, ANR Proposal Development Services