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Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program

Melissa Meroney Program Analyst

Melissa Meroney Program Analyst is funding agriculture & rural projects through this opportunity, which is open to eligible applicants, with applications due Jul 31, 2026. It provides awards up to $440K.

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Deadline
Jul 31, 2026
Award amount
Up to $440K
Expected awards
1
Posted
Jul 15, 2026
Opportunity number
USDA-NIFA-OP-012080
CFDA
10.245

Opportunity description

The LHTR program, under assistance listing number 10.245, will support one research project for improving the efficiency and sustainability of laying hen and turkey production through integrated collaborative research and technology transfer. All research must be conducted on laying hens or turkeys, or both. 

Who can apply

  • Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

Applicants for the LHTR program must meet all the requirements discussed in this NOFO. Failure to meet the eligibility criteria by the application deadline may result in exclusion from consideration or preclude NIFA from making an award. For those new to Federal financial assistance, NIFA’s About Grants provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the Federal awards process. Eligible applicants include: 1) State agricultural experiment stations; 2) Colleges and universities; 3) University research foundations; 4) Other research institutions and organizations; 5) Federal agencies; 6) National laboratories; 7) Private organizations, foundations, or corporations; 8) Individuals; or 9) Any group consisting of two or more of the entities listed in subparagraphs 1) through 8).

Funding

Award floor
$440K
Award ceiling
$440K

Agency contact

Melissa Meroney Program Analyst

NIFA Support Email grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov Business hours: Monday thru Friday, 7a.m. – 5p.m. ET, except federal holidays

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