Montana Pulse Crop Research & Marketing Grant Program

The Montana Pulse Crop Committee is inviting proposals for the Montana Pulse Research & Market Development Program. This initiative aims to support research, market development, and educational projects that enhance the pulse industry in Montana. Eligible applicants include public agencies, businesses, educational institutions, and individuals. The program emphasizes practical applications and aims to stimulate growth in pulse markets, making it a vital opportunity for stakeholders in the agricultural sector.

NOTE:
Research proposals are to be submitted through USADPLC Industry Research Proposals, with a different deadline & criteria.The Marketing Deadline is listed above & information on this page is only for Marketing projects.
Helena, Mont. – The Montana Pulse Crop Committee (MPCC) is seeking proposals for the Montana Pulse Research & Market Development Program. The MPCC invites proposals to fund research projects, market development projects and educational projects designed to address Montana’s pulse industry.
The Montana Pulse Crop Committee’s mission is to invest in and deliver support for marketing, research, education, and policy development programming that improves return on investment for the pulse producers of Montana.
RFPThe Montana Pulse Crop Committee invites proposals to fund market development projects and educational projects designed to address Montana's pulse industry. All funding awards will be determined by the Montana Pulse Crop Committee or the USADPLC Research Review Committee. Generally, to qualify for consideration, proposals must have practical, near-term application involving practices or organizational arrangements that will stimulate an expanded pulse industry.

Eligibility

Proposals for funding will be accepted from:Public and Private Agencies and Organizations
Individuals
If two or more individuals or organizations propose to conduct a project jointly, they should submit one application as co-applicants.Eligible projects are as follows:Developing the Pulse markets, including:conducting market assessments
planning and conducting publicity and sales promotion campaigns, including media development and trade show exhibition.Expanding International/Domestic markets
Overall market development of pulse crop industryEducationEligible Costs:  Eligible costs under the Montana Pulse Research & Market Development Program may include, but are not limited to:Salaries and WagesFringe BenefitsConsultant Services (professional, technical, operational)TravelAdvertising and PromotionEquipment (preferably leased versus direct acquisition)Supplies and MaterialsCommunication (telephone, postage, printing, etc.)Data Processing

Ineligibility

Program funds cannot be used for the payment of institutional overhead or other
indirect costs such as use of land, buildings or equipment.