Sun Grant Program

In carrying out the SGP, under Assistance Listing Number 10.320, NIFA is authorized to make awards to fund subgrants and activities that:1. Enhance national energy security through the development, distribution, and implementation of biobased energy technologies;2. Promote varied agricultural production systems in the U.S. through biobased energy and product technologies;3. Promote economic growth in rural areas of the U.S. through biobased energy and product technologies; and4. Enhance the efficiency of bioenergy and biomass research and development programs through improved coordination and collaboration among the Department, other appropriate Federal agencies, and Land-grant Colleges and Universities. Eligible applicants must represent a consortium of 1862, 1890, and 1994 Land-grant Institutions comprised of one entity from each of the Sun Grant regions and sub-region. NIFA Support Email grantapplicationquestions@usda.govBusiness hours: Monday thru Friday, 7a.m. – 5p.m. ET, except federal holidays