Small Grains Initiative
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The Small Grains Initiative from the Minnesota Agricultural Experiment Station funds research to advance wheat and barley production through improved crop varieties, disease resistance, and innovative management practices.
Funder: Minnesota Agricultural Experiment Station
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2028 (Full application deadline for Small Grains Initiative, projected)
Funding Amounts: No set minimum or maximum; typically supports significant, comprehensive research projects on a biennial cycle.
Summary: Supports research and extension projects to strengthen Minnesota’s wheat and barley industry through innovation and improved crop management.
Key Information: Restricted to University of Minnesota CFANS faculty; funds are for project expenses only.
Description
The Small Grains Initiative, administered by the Minnesota Agricultural Experiment Station (MAES), funds research and extension programs aimed at advancing Minnesota’s wheat and barley industry. Established in response to the 1993 Fusarium Head Blight epidemic, the program supports innovative research to address production challenges, develop improved crop varieties with enhanced disease resistance and yield, and identify new sources of resistance in diverse gene pools. The initiative is recognized for fostering collaborative research, improving disease management, and supporting the long-term viability of small grains agriculture in Minnesota.
