Grant opportunity · CA Department of Food and Agriculture
Biologically Integrated Farming Systems
$2,000,000 total (awards $900,000–$1,000,000)
About this opportunity
The focus of this RFP is to help growers transition away from non-selective, biologicallydisruptive pesticides, especially those of high regulatory concern. The BIFS program supportsthe demonstration, refinement, and outreach of SPM-based farming systems that are economically viable and protective of human health and the environment. All aspects of thefarming system may be considered as they relate to pest management, including factors such asadjacent landscapes, whether they are farmed or not.For the current solicitation, CDFA has identified five priority topics based on recent orproposed regulatory actions and grower needs; however, projects focusing on other topics arewelcome to be submitted.Priority topics:• Areawide management• Monitoring that informs pest management • Post-harvest…
Who may apply
Nonprofit, Other Legal Entity, government_tribal
Deadline
2026-06-30
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