Extension Risk Management Education (ERME) Competitive Grants: Underutilization of Crop Insurance Projects

Extension Risk Management Education (ERME) Competitive Grants: Underutilization of Crop Insurance Projects

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: University Of Delaware
Amount: Up to US $100,000
Last Updated: September 24, 2025

Summary

The Extension Risk Management Education (ERME) Competitive Grants focus on underutilization of crop insurance projects to enhance agricultural producers' economic viability. This initiative, backed by the Northeast ERME Center and others, provides funding to deliver education in various risk management areas. Grants up to $100,000 are available for projects running from April 2026 to September 2027, with plans to support 7-10 new projects based on quality applications and funding availability.

Overview

The 2026 ERME RFA The Northeast Extension Risk Management Education (ERME) Center, in conjunction with the North Central, Southern, and Western Centers announces competitive funding opportunities for educational projects designed to help agricultural producers improve their economic viability through targeted risk management strategies. Underutilization of Crop Insurance Projects This funding opportunity is specifically designated for the delivery of risk management education to agricultural producers who underutilize the Federal crop insurance program, with proposed educational programming that aligns with one or more of the five areas of risk: production, marketing, financial, legal or human. The maximum amount of requested funding shall not exceed $100,000 for 18-month projects to be conducted between April 1, 2026 and September 30, 2027. The Northeast Center anticipates funding 7-10 new grants from this announcement, subject to the availability of funds and the quality of applications received.

Eligibility

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