Audits: As performed by cognizant audit agency. Records: Financial records, supporting documents, statistical records, and all other records pertinent to an award shall be retained for a period of three years from the date of submission of the final expenditure report or, for awards that are renewed quarterly or annually, from the date of the submission of the quarterly or annual financial report, as authorized by the Federal awarding agency. Account Identification: 12-1400-0-1-352. Obligations: (Grants) FY 07 $20,295,111; FY 08 est $20,295,111 and FY 09 est not reported. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: $1,000 to $25,000. Average: $3,000. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: None. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 7 CFR 3015 and 7 CFR 3019. Regional or Local Office: See the Agricultural Research Service Regional Offices listed in Appendix IV of the Catalog. Headquarters Office: Administrator for Agricultural Research Service, Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250. Telephone: (202) 720-3656. Contact: Extramural Agreements Division. Telephone: (301) 504-1147. Use the same number for FTS. Web Site Address: http://www.ars.usda.gov. RELATED PROGRAMS: 10.200, Grants for Agricultural Research, Special Research Grants; 10.202, Cooperative Forestry Research; 10.203, Payments to Agricultural Experiment Stations Under the Hatch Act; 10.205, Payments to 1890 Land-Grant Colleges and Tuskegee University; 10.206, Grants for Agricultural Research_Competitive Research Grants; 10.207, Animal Health and Disease Research; 10.250, Agricultural and Rural Economic Research; 10.500, Cooperative Extension Service; 10.652, Forestry Research; 10.700, National Agricultural Library; 62.001, TVA Energy Research and Technology Applications. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: None. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Peer review. 10.025 PLANT AND ANIMAL DISEASE, PEST CONTROL, AND ANIMAL CARE FEDERAL AGENCY: ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AUTHORIZATION: Plant Protection Act, Public Law 106-224, 7 U.S.C. 7701-7772; Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002, Public Law 107-171, Subtitle E, Animal Health Protection, Section 10401-10418; Animal Welfare Act, as amended, 7 U.S.C. 2131-2147, 2149-2155. A letter from applicants seeking support or cooperation with the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. Applicants must indicate the nature and severity of the problem to be considered and explain how they will address the problem. This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review. Application Procedure: Comply with E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs," and submit a completed Standard Form 424.1, "Department of Agriculture, Application for Federal Assistance (Non-construction)" and project proposal (work plan), financial plan, curriculum vitae, and other required certifications to the appropriate APHIS area, regional, or Headquarters Office. See Regional and Local Office Address Listing. Award Procedure: Applications are approved by the Administrator or Authorized Departmental Officers (ADOs) upon determination that the project will contribute toward accomplishment of the Agency's overall mission and meet any established project evaluation/selection criteria. Deadlines: None. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: From 60 to 120 days. Appeals: Renewals: Based on program needs and availability of annual funding. Formula and Matching Requirements: Recipients share some project or program costs. The cost-sharing arrangements are developed between USDA and the recipients in advance of the program unless otherwise stated by Congress. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Up to 1 year from the date of award. Funds are made available as required to cover expenditures. Reports: Requirements are specifically indicated in the award documents and may vary for given programs; however, quarterly financial reports, annual progress reports, final financial and final summary progress reports are generally required. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A- 133, "Audits of States, Local governments, and Non-profit Organizations," State and local governments, and non-profit organizations that expend Federal financial assistance of $500,000 or more within any fiscal year shall have either a single audit or (in certain cases) a program specific audit made for that year. Audits may be conducted less frequently under conditions specified in A-133. Records: Instruction provided in the Notice of Award. Grantees are expected to maintain separate records for each grant to ensure that funds are used for the purpose for which the grant was made. Records are subject to inspection during the life of the grant and for three years thereafter. Account Identification: 12-1600-0-1-352; 12-9971-0-7-352. Wildlife Services (WS) include Aquaculture WS Methods. Obligations: (Grants) FY 07 $164,399,210; FY 08 est not available; and FY 09 est not reported. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: None. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Selected examples of progress: Brucellosis class free status States, FY 05 51, FY 06 est 50, FY 06 est 51; Tuberculosis-accredited free States, FY 05 51, FY 06 est 47, FY 07 est 47. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 7 CFR 3015, Uniform Federal Assistance Regulations; 7 CFR 3017, Governmentwide Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement) and Governmentwide Requirements for Drug-Free Workplace (Grants); 7 CFR 3018, New Restrictions on Lobbying; 7 CFR 3019, Uniform Federal Assistance Regulations for Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Non-Profit Organizations, 7 CFR 3016, Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments. Regional or Local Office: Consult Appendix IV of the Catalog for addresses of regional offices of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. Headquarters Office: Agreement Services Center, Marketing and Regulatory Programs, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, USDA Center, 4700 River Road, Unit 55, Riverdale, MD 20737. Contact Anita S. Ridley. Telephone: (301) 734-8792. Web Site Address: http://www.aphis.usda.gov. RELATED PROGRAMS: 10.001, Agricultural Research_Basic and Applied Research; 10.028, Wildlife Services; 10.202, Cooperative Forestry Research; 10.207, Animal Health and Disease Research; 10.215, Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education; 10.219, Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research; 10.250, Agricultural and Rural Economic Research; 10.500, Cooperative Extension Service; 10.652, Forestry Research; 10.800, Livestock, Meat and Poultry Market Supervision; 10.902, Soil and Water Conservation; 12.100, Aquatic Plant Control; 15.611, Wildlife Restoration. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: The National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) is designed to provide local, State, and national information on animal disease problems throughout the United States. The National Plant Pest Survey and Detection Program (NAPPSD) coordinates and standardizes a nationwide survey and detection system for exotic and endemic plant pests of agricultural importance. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Relevance to agency program mission and qualification of principal investigator and institution. 10.028 WILDLIFE SERVICES FEDERAL AGENCY: ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AUTHORIZATION: Animal Damage Control Act of 1931, 7 U.S.C. 426, 426b, 426c, as amended. OBJECTIVES: To reduce damage caused by mammals and birds and those mammal and bird species that are reservoirs for zoonotic diseases, (except for urban rodent control through control and research activities). Wherever feasible, humane methods will be emphasized. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Works closely with State departments of fish and game, agriculture, health, and counties in joint efforts to alleviate wild animal damage. Conduct surveys, campaigns to reduce wild animal damage including bird problems at airports, develop methods to control wild animal damage, and provide technical advice and assistance. For direct technical assistance, State fish and game departments should be contacted. Applicant Eligibility: State and local governments, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, public/private nonprofit organizations, nonprofit institutions of higher education, and individuals. Beneficiary Eligibility: States, local jurisdictions, U.S. Territorial government agencies, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, public and private institutions and organizations, farmers, ranchers, agricultural producers, and land/property owners benefit from Federal assistance in the control of nuisance mammals and birds and those mammal and bird species that are reservoirs for zoonotic diseases, except for urban rodent control. Credentials/Documentation: Curriculum vitae for principal investigator, except for State, local, and Territorial government cooperators. Preapplication Coordination: A letter from applicants seeking support or cooperation with the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. Applicants must indicate the nature and severity of the problem to be considered, and explain how they will address the problem. This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review. Application Procedure: Comply with E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs," and submit a completed Standard Form 424.1, "U.S. Department of Agriculture, Application for Federal Assistance (Non-construction)" and project proposal (work plan), financial plan, curriculum vitae, and other required certifications to the appropriate APHIS area, regional, or headquarters office. See Regional and Local Office Address Listing. Award Procedure: Applications are approved by the Administrator or authorized departmental officers (ADO's) upon determination that the project will contribute toward accomplishment of the Agency's overall mission and meet any established project evaluation/selection criteria. Deadlines: None. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: From 60 to 120 days. Appeals: None. Renewals: Based on program needs and availability of annual funding. Formula and Matching Requirements: Recipients share some project or program costs. The cost-sharing arrangements are developed between USDA and the recipients in advance of the program unless otherwise stated by Congress. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Requirements are specifically indicated in the award documents and may vary for given programs; however, quarterly financial reports, annual progress reports, final financial and final summary progress reports are generally required. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No A-133 (Revised, June 27, 2003), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations," nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $500,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $500,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No A-133. Records: Instruction provided in the Notice of Award. Grantees are expected to maintain separate records for each grant to ensure that funds are used for the purpose for which the grant was made. Records are subject to inspection during the life of the grant and for three years thereafter. Account Identification: 12-1600-0-1-352. Obligations: (Grants) FY 07 $365,000; FY 08 est not available; and FY 09 est not reported. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Not applicable. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: None. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 7 CFR 3015, Uniform Federal Assistance Regulations; 7 CFR 3017, Governmentwide Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement) and Governmentwide Requirements for Drug-Free Workplace (Grants); 7 CFR 3018, New Restrictions on Lobbying; 7 CFR 3019, Uniform Federal Assistance Regulations for Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Non-Profit Organizations, 7 CFR 3016, Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments. Regional or Local Office: See Appendix IV of the Catalog. Headquarters Office: Agreements Services Center, Marketing and Regulatory Programs, Animal and Web Site Address: http://www.aphis.usda.gov. RELATED PROGRAMS: 10.025, Plant and Animal Disease, Pest Control, and Animal Care; 10.652, Forestry Research; 15.611, Wildlife Restoration. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: In the western States, Wildlife Services (WS) conducts traditional predator control programs including Control of coyote, mountain lion, and bear. An aerial blackbird hazing operation is conducted to protect the sunflower crop. In the eastern and southern States, WS conducts operations to control beaver, deer, and cormorant damage to aquaculture. An operational program is under way in the Delta States to reduce wildlife/agriculture conflicts. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Relevance to agency program mission and qualification of principle investigator and institution. 10.029 AVIAN INFLUENZA INDEMNITY PROGRAM (AII) FEDERAL AGENCY: ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AUTHORIZATION: 9 CFR part 53. OBJECTIVES: The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) administers regulations at 9 CFR part 53 that provide for the payment of indemnity to owners of animals that are required to be destroyed because of foot-and-mouth disease, pleuropneumonia, rinderpest, exotic Newcastle disease, highly pathogenic avian influenza, infectious salmon anemia, or any other communicable disease of livestock or poultry that, in the opinion of the Secretary of Agriculture, constitutes an emergency and threatens the U.S. livestock or poultry population. Payment for animals destroyed is to be based on the fair market value of the animals. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Direct Payments with Unrestricted Use. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: None. Applicant Eligibility: Identifiable pathogenic avian influenza associated with a disease situation in a poultry operation. Beneficiary Eligibility: Poultry owners and contract growers. Credentials/Documentation: In the case of claims made under Sec. 53.11, claims for compensation for losses from poultry, eggs, and poultry semen destroyed or to be destroyed must be presented to APHIS, through the inspector in charge, on a form approved by the Administrator. The claim must specify the number, type, and age of the poultry; the number and type of eggs; and the type and amount of semen, as applicable. Preapplication Coordination: There is no preapplication coordination related to this program. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Application Procedure: Claims for compensation for losses from poultry, eggs, and poultry semen destroyed or to be destroyed must be presented to APHIS, through the inspector in charge, on a form approved by the Administrator. Award Procedure: None. Deadlines: Please contact the program contact listed in the Information Contacts section below. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: 1 to 30 days. Appeals: None. Renewals: None. Formula and Matching Requirements: Compensation to Contract Growers: Per bird payment based on the average per bird company grower payment received during the previous year's production x the number of birds depopulated (based on company and grower records) = estimated grower payment if the disease situation hadn't occurred - any company grower payment already received = grower compensation. Compensation to Owners: Compensation value per bird (based on tables included in the compensation plan) x the number of birds depopulated = the total bird value loss + cost to owners of destruction and disposal of birds x 50 percent = total compensation for birds, destruction, and disposal - grower compensation = net owner compensation from the Department. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Payment is made by check or direct deposit after determining applicant eligibility. Reports: None. Audits: Recipients under this program are subject to audit by the Office of the Regional Inspector General, U.S. Department of Agriculture. Records: Poultry owners and contract growers or any other individual or entity receiving payments for this program shall maintain and retain financial books and records which will permit verification of all transactions for at least 3 years, following the end of the calendar year in which payments were made. Account Identification: 12-4336-0-1-554. Obligations: (Includes CCC transfer funds) FY 07 $0; FY 08 est $0; and FY 09 est not reported. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: The compensation plan for growers allows for Federal payment of 100 percent of eligible losses suffered by a grower, up to the amount that the owner of the poultry is eligible to receive before grower compensation is deducted. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: None. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Program is announced through news media and in letters to poultry owners and contract growers in the county. Regulations published in 9 CFR part 53. Regional or Local Office: FSA state offices can inform applicants of county office locations where applicants may apply for assistance. Headquarters Office: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250. Web Site Address: http://www.fsa.usda.gov. RELATED PROGRAMS: None. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Not Applicable. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: All poultry owners and contract growers meeting eligibility requirements may receive assistance. Applications are non-competitive. 10.051 COMMODITY LOANS AND LOAN DEFICIENCY PAYMENTS (Price Supports) FEDERAL AGENCY: FARM SERVICE AGENCY, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AUTHORIZATION: Agricultural Adjustment Act of 1938, 7 U.S.C. 1301-1393, Public Law 75-430; Commodity Credit Corporation Charter Act, as amended, 15 U.S.C. 714 et. seq.; |