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Bioproduct Pilot Program

Agency NameDepartment of Agriculture
Funding Amount$10,000,000.00
Bureau Name Office of the Secretary
Funding Mechanism Grants - Non-Federal
New? Yes
Funding Mechanism Grants - Non-Federal

Funding Amount Notes

Period of Availability Available until expended - $5 million in 2022 and $5 million in 2023
Recipients Bioproduct research facilities that: a) is funded in part by a State; b) is located within 3 miles from residence halls of an institution of higher education; c) provides opportunities for student involvement in research; d) collaborates with an institution of higher education.
Program Description Determine the economic, social, and environmental benefits of using materials derived from agricultural commodities (bioproducts) in the development and manufacturing of construction or consumer products.
Eligible Uses Bioproduct research facilities that: a) is funded in part by a State; b) is located within 3 miles from residence halls of an institution of higher education; c) provides opportunities for student involvement in research; d) collaborates with an institution of higher education.
Statutory Location 70501
Federal Cost Share Requirement No non-Federal cost share required