Renewable Resources Extension Act - National Focus Fund Projects

The deadline to submit an application is June 6, 2011. Applications should be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST).

The Renewable Resources Extension Act of 1978 provides for an expanded and comprehensive extension program for forest and rangeland renewable resources. The majority of the appropriated funds are distributed to eligible institutions based on a formula that considers the geographic extent, ecosystem productivity, economic contribution, and population for each state. The purpose of the grant program for FY 2011 is to provide funds for projects that: (1) Have national or regional relevance; or (2) Build capacity in the Cooperative Extension System to better serve forest and rangeland owners; or (3) Develop new and innovative projects that can be replicated at other institutions. Proposals for the following two focus areas are requested: (1) eXtension Community of Practice (Forest Farming): Maximum Award of $100,000; and (2) Expanding the Reach of Extension: New Techniques and Technologies to Serve Forest and Rangeland Owners: Maximum Award of $110,000.

History of Funds:

None is available.

Average Award:

Varies

Name: Dr. Eric R. Norland, National Program Leader

Department: Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service

Street: Stop 2210

1400 Independence Ave.

City: Washington

Zip: 20250-2210

Email: enorland@csrees.usda.gov