Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program
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This grant is for vertebrate pest control research focused on protecting California's agricultural economy and public welfare. Eligible applicants are typically researchers, universities, and organizations conducting scientific research on alternative pest control methods. Projects may address economical pest control materials, humane methods, product registration, or data development for registration requirements. Activities are limited to California-based research conducted in partnership with state or federal agencies.
This grant is for vertebrate pest control research focused on protecting California's agricultural economy and public welfare. Eligible applicants are typically researchers, universities, and organizations conducting scientific research on alternative pest control methods. Projects may address economical pest control materials, humane methods, product registration, or data development for registration requirements. Activities are limited to California-based research conducted in partnership with state or federal agencies.
Program description
The Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program is authorized to approve a total of $200,000 worth of research in to vertebrate pest control methods per year. Proposals will be reviewed by scientific and administrative staff who will conduct an initial review of all submitted proposals for completeness. Proposals will be considered for funding twice annually during the Vertebrate Pest Control Research Advisory Committee (VPCRAC) Meetings. The VPCRAC deliberates and discusses the submitted proposals for their scientific, technical and operational merit, and decides in a yes/no vote whether to recommend the proposal for funding. Per FAC 6025 The secretary shall establish and administer a research program to control vertebrate pests that pose a significant threat to the welfare of the state’s agricultural economy, infrastructure, and the public. (b) The specific purposes of the program include all of the following: (1) The investigation of effective and economical alternative materials for the control of vertebrate pests, including carbon monoxide to control burrowing rodent pests. (2) The solicitation and consideration of research proposals for alternative humane methods of control. (3) The continuation of current vertebrate pest control product registration at the state level until alternative products are developed that prove to be effective and economical. (4) The funding of research for the development of scientific data to fulfill registration requirements. (5) Cooperation with the United States Department of Agriculture in funding research programs to maintain, develop, and register vertebrate pest control materials used in this state.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- Individuals
- Nonprofits
- Public Authority
- Public University
- Researcher (independent)
- Small Business (SBA-defined)
- Tribal Nation
Details
This grant is for vertebrate pest control research focused on protecting California's agricultural economy and public welfare. Eligible applicants are typically researchers, universities, and organizations conducting scientific research on alternative pest control methods. Projects may address economical pest control materials, humane methods, product registration, or data development for registration requirements. Activities are limited to California-based research conducted in partnership with state or federal agencies.
How to apply
Application links
Program contact
- 📧 david.kratville@cdfa.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-262-1102
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-2021 | 2 | — | 0% |
Source: California Grants Portal
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