Monday, March 10, 2008

Objectives of the Workshop
Preview of the Day
Introduction to CSREES Integrated Competitive Programs
Dr. Deborah Sheely, Director of Integrated Programs, CSREES

Overview of the portfolio of Integrated Programs at CSREES. Information will include: definition and theory of integrated projects, characteristics of integrated projects, and a description of optimal integration. The presentation will conclude with an overview of the program areas, including due dates and funding levels, in the Section 406 Integrated Research, Education, and Extension Program and the National Research Initiative (NRI) for Integrated Programs.

Promoting Value-Added Enterprises Among Small and Medium-Sized Farms in Alabama
Dr. James Bukenya, Alabama A&M University

An Integrated Approach to Identify and Deploy Novel Genetic Determinants from Resurrection Plants for Improved Dehydration Tolerance of Crop

Characterizing Senior’s Knowledge and Use of Food Safety Practices to Develop Educational Materials Targeted to At-risk Demographic Groups

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

Things to Know About the Electronic Application Process
Kimberly Whittet, Program Specialist, CSREES

Information related to the application process via Grants.gov. Information will include: downloading the correct funding opportunity package, properly completing the application package, attaching files to the application package, ensuring the application is submitted, and understanding the application receipt emails. Information will also include CSREES web resources for applicants, common errors made by applicants, and frequently asked questions.

Tips for Success
Dr. Michael O’Neill, National Program Leader, CSREES

Provide tips for success for developing and implementing an integrated project for potential applicants to CSREES Integrated Programs. Guidance for potential applicants in finding the correct funding opportunity for specific topic areas. Information will be provided in identifying a problem area and development of an integrated project, including: using the logic model planning process, ensuring your project is stakeholder driven, creating a collaborative team, developing strong project management and evaluation plans, and developing a strategic response. Additional information will be provided on what qualities make a proposal successful and details to remember when writing a competitive integrated proposal. Information will also be provided in navigating CSREES online applicant resources.

-Natural Resources (A) – Dr. Michael O’Neill, National Program Leader, CSREES
Air Quality, Biology of Weedy and Invasive Species in Agroecosystems, Managed Ecosystems, National Integrated Water Quality Program
-Food Science and Safety, Nutrition and Obesity (B) – Drs. Etta Saltos and Ram Rao, National Program Leaders, CSREES
Bioactive Food Components for Optimal Health, Human Nutrition and Obesity, Improving Food Quality and Value, National Integrated Food Safety Initiative
-Animal Science (C) – Dr. Peter Brayton, National Program Leader, CSREES
Animal Genome: Applied Animal Genomics, Animal Growth and Nutrient Utilization, Animal Protection and Biosecurity: Animal Well-Being, Animal Protection and Biosecurity: Animal Biosecurity Coordinated Agricultural Project (CAP), Animal Reproduction

-Integrated Pest Management (A) – Dr. Robert Nowierski, National Program Leader, CSREES
CAR, PMAP, RAMP, Arthropod and Nematode Biology and Management: Protection of Managed Bees Coordinated Agricultural Project (CAP), Integrated Organic Program, Methyl Bromide Transitions, Pest Management Centers
-Social Science (B) – Dr. Siva Sureshwaran, National Program Leader, CSREES
Agricultural Prosperity for Small and Medium-Sized Farms, Rural Development
-Plant Science (C) – Dr. Liang-Shiou Lin, National Program Leader, CSREES
Plant Biology: Plant Breeding and Education, Plant Biosecurity, Plant Genome: Applied Plant Genomics Coordinated Agricultural Projects (CAP)