The FDACS Applied Mosquito Control Research grant funds applied research to develop practical mosquito control methods and prevent mosquito-borne diseases in Florida.
Funder: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027
Funding Amounts: Typical project awards up to ~$80,000–$85,000 for a 1-year period; multi-year proposals considered if justified.
Summary: Supports applied research by Florida public colleges and universities to develop practical mosquito control methods and prevent mosquito-borne diseases.
Key Information: Only Florida public colleges and universities are eligible.
This program, administered by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), funds applied research projects that advance practical mosquito control methods and strategies for preventing mosquito-borne illnesses in Florida. Each year, the Florida Coordinating Council on Mosquito Control (FCCMC) identifies and ranks research priorities, guiding applicants toward the most urgent and impactful topics in statewide mosquito management. Funded research is expected to yield outcomes that directly benefit public health mosquito control operations across the state.