Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers Policy Research Center
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
The Policy Research Center was established to collect, analyze, and evaluate data to develop policy recommendations for the protection and promotion of the interest of socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. The Center will serve as a public awareness center that will provide education to the public about the history and condition of socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Other public organizations
Only 1890 Institutions as defined in 7 U.S.C. 7601, including Tuskegee University, may apply and are eligible to receive funds under the Act of August 30, 1890 (& U.S.C. 321 et seq.).
Beneficiaries
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Minority Farmers and Ranchers
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Assistance is awarded at the discretion of the U.S. Department of Agriculture on a noncompetitive basis.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 30 to 60 days
Program details & compliance
Description
The Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers (SDFR) Policy Research Center was established to shape and develop agriculture policy and implement strategies to make significant contributions to the Farm Bill that will improve the success of socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers.
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
The Policy Research Center specializes in policy research impacting socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. Land loss, land retention, and access to local, state, and federal programs, and youth education and nutrition are major areas of research and policy development.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements