Intro to Rapid Outcomes from Agricultural Research (ROAR) Program. Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research Oct. 21, 2016

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1 Intro to Rapid Outcomes from Agricultural Research (ROAR) Program Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research Oct. 21, 2016

2 Logistics for Today s Webinar All participants are on mute. Submit questions in the chat box at any time (see right side bar for light gray symbol). To submit a question, type in the text box and press enter on your keyboard. Webinar recording and slides will be posted here following today s presentation:

3 Introducing ROAR 1. Intro to FFAR and ROAR Program overview 2. How to Work with Partners to Form Your Consortia: Guest Speaker Presentations from extension Foundation and National Association of State Departments of Agriculture 3. Q&A

4 Today s Speakers Madeleine O Connor, FFAR Director of Communications Doug Buhler, Ph.D., FFAR Board & Michigan State University Director, MSU AgBioResearch; Assistant Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies Tawny Mata, Ph.D., FFAR Scientific Program Director; ROAR Program Lead Bev Coberly, extension Foundation Chief Operating Officer Barbara P. Glenn, Ph.D., NASDA Chief Executive Officer Dr. Carrie Castille, NASDA Consultant

5 We build unique partnerships to support innovative science addressing today s food and agriculture challenges.

invest with partners in cutting edge research Governed by a Board of

6 About FFAR Nonprofit organization created in the 2014 Farm Bill to spur innovation and collaboration in agriculture through $200M to invest with partners in cutting edge research Governed by a Board of Directors, advised by expert Councils FFAR complements the work of the USDA

7 Chairman of the Board Hon. Dan Glickman with Executive Director Sally Rockey. Who We Are Leadership Executive Director: Dr. Sally Rockey 20-member Board of Directors chaired by former Secretary of Agriculture Dan Glickman 2014 Farm Bill designated five Federal government officials as ex oficio members Inaugural voting members were selected from nominations solicited by the USDA from industry and academia

8 Who We Are - Board 20 Voting Members Dr. Kathryn J. Boor, Cornell University Dr. Doug Buhler, Michigan State University Dr. Doug Cameron, First Green Partners Mr. Carl Casale, CHS Dr. Gail Christopher, Kellogg Foundation Dr. Nancy Creamer, North Carolina State University Dr. Deborah Delmer, University of California Davis Hon. Dan Glickman, Aspen Institute; Chairman Dr. Rob Horsch, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Dr. Mehmood Khan, Pepsico Ms. Pam Johnson, National Corn Growers Association Dr. Mark Keenum, Mississippi State University Dr. Michael Ladisch, Purdue University Dr. Chris Mallett, Cargill Inc. Dr. Pam Marrone, Marrone BioInnovations Inc. Dr. Terry F. McElwain, Washington State University Dr. Stanley Prusiner, University of California - San Francisco Dr. Yehia Mo Saif, Ohio State University Mr. Bob Stallman, American Farm Bureau Federation Dr. Alton Thompson, Association of Research Directors of 1890 Land Grant Universities

Who We Are Board 5 Ex officio Members Hon.

for Research, Education and Economics, USDA Dr.

9 Who We Are Board 5 Ex officio Members Hon. Tom Vilsack Secretary of Agriculture Dr. France Córdova, Chair, National Science Foundation Dr. Catherine Woteki, Chief Scientist and Under Secretary for Research, Education and Economics, USDA Dr. Sonny Ramaswamy, NIFA Director, USDA Dr. Chavonda Jacobs-Young, ARS Administrator, USDA

10 Doug Buhler, Ph.D. FFAR Board of Directors Director, MSU AgBioResearch Assistant VP for Research and Graduate Studies Michigan State University

11 Project GREEEN: A partnership in support of Michigan plant agriculture Douglas D. Buhler, Ph.D. Director, MSU AgBioResearch & Assistant Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies Michigan State University

12 BACKGROUND & HISTORY o GREEEN = Generating Research and Extension to meet Economic and Environmental needs o Founded in 1998 o Grassroots effort led by the Plant Coalition Plant coalition continues as core supporter o Line item in State of Michigan budget

13 PROGRAM PRINCIPLES o Strong, broad-based partnership MSU MDARD Industry groups o Responsiveness, flexibility and accountability o Built around industry priorities o Continuous industry participation o Inclusive

14 EMERGENCY/RAPID RESPONSE o Small investment, but very important o Rapid deployment of small grants to meet specific needs o Immediate response to threat o Coordinator/DAT decision

15 Tawny Mata, Ph.D. Scientific Program Director ROAR Program Lead Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research Renée Bullion, M.P.A. Director of Development Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research

16 Rapid Outcomes from Agricultural Research

Unmet Need To quickly disburse funds for research and extension in the event of an emerging or unanticipated threat to the nation s food supply

17 Unmet Need To quickly disburse funds for research and extension in the event of an emerging or unanticipated threat to the nation s food supply caused by agricultural pests and pathogens, filling a gap between an incident and the mobilization of traditional, longer-term funding resources.

18 Anticipated Outcomes Diagnostics Monitoring Protocols Mitigation strategies Prevention strategies Extension and outreach tools

19 Funding Criteria Regional and/or national implications Acute Near-term results (1 year) Scientifically rigorous Practical solutions Future impact Sound budget with potential for additional support

20 Structure ROAR is structured around commodity-based consortia to ensure that research and extension priorities are scientifically rigorous, realworld relevant, and feasible. Partners may include researchers, extension agents, commodity and industry representatives, diagnostic laboratories, and relevant state, federal and local officials. The Consortium enters into a Memorandum of Agreement with FFAR. The Consortium has a lead institution that manages any grant money and is responsible for coordinating reporting. The Consortium secures the matching funding for any project proposal, up to $150,000 annually.

21 Proposal Process Consortium submits a proposal to FFAR containing o Justification o One-year action plan o Budget o Team description o Communications strategy Subcommittee of the FFAR Board reviews and renders decision with input from USDA within one week Successful applications are funded within two business days Grantees may apply for one 1-year extension

22 Funding Model FFAR provides 1:1 matching funds for funds provided by the Consortium Funds may be a combination of cash and in-kind, the proportion of each negotiated on a case-by-case basis A nominal percentage of funds will go to program administration and the Communal Fund Indirect costs may not exceed 10% of the total award amount

23 Thank You How to Reach FFAR Dr. Tawny Mata, ROAR Lead Connect with ROAR Program Resources:

24 Bev Coberly Chief Operating Officer extension Foundation

25 Cooperative Extension National non-formal educational system Helps people to use research based information to improve their lives Cooperative Extension: USDA, NIFA, Land-grant Universities, state and Local governments---approximately 2900 offices nationwide

26 extension Internet based learning platform providing 24/7 public access to information and provides professional development for Extension professionals: issues, innovation and impact extension Foundation created to advance professional development via technology

27 extension Invite you to explore extension. Go to extension.org Many tools and services available: Innovation Labs, Issue Corps, Networks, Community Corps, Learn, Campus, Newsroom search.extension.org Desire to create a national network/database of experts---seeking a partner

28 Barbara P. Glenn, Ph.D Chief Executive Officer National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Carrie Castille, Ph.D Consultant National Association of State Departments of Agriculture

29 National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA): Overview Rapid Outcomes from Agricultural Research October 21, 2016

30 What is NASDA? Founded in 1916 Non-profit, non-partisan association (501c6) Washington office opened in 1968 Celebrating 100 years of advocacy NASDA Research Foundation founded in 1981 (501c3)

31 NASDA Mission Statement Our mission is to grow and enhance agriculture by forging partnerships and creating consensus to achieve sound policy outcomes between state departments of agriculture, the federal government, and stakeholders.

32 NASDA Members Commissioners, Secretaries, and Directors of Agriculture in all 50 states and 4 U.S. territories 12 are elected, all others are appointed

33 NASDA Regions American Samoa Guam Puerto Rico Virgin Islands

34 NASDA Priority Issues Food Safety Modernization Act International Trade & Harmonization Waters of the U.S. Pollinators & State Managed Pollinator Protection Plans

35 NASDA Partnerships USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service USDA Foreign Agricultural Service FDA FSMA Implementation

36 What is NASDARF? NASDARF is a 501(c) (3) created in 1981 and provides agriculturally-oriented research, education, and training. NASDARF s mission is to design and implement educational programs relating to farming and other agricultural activities and to assist state and local governments in developing government programs relating to agricultural activities.

37 What is PEAR? NADSARF houses the Pest Eradication Activities and Research (PEAR) Program PEAR is an effort to educate decision makers and stakeholders who, individually and collectively, help identify, control, terminate and/or mitigate the impact pests and invasive species have on U.S. agriculture.

38 PEAR Goals PEAR s primary goal is to support education, outreach, and awareness related to pests and invasive species There is a tremendous opportunity to build a strong coalition and create partnerships with new and existing efforts to address invasive pests.

39 Other NADSARF Opportunities Section Land Grant Universities Regional Integrated Pest Management Centers Invasive Species Advisory Council Farm Bill National Invasive Pest Symposium Future Partnership & Collaboration? FFAR

40 NASDA Communications NASDA News NASDA website Facebook

41 Thank you & Questions? NASDA Contact Information 4350 North Fairfax Drive Suite 910 Arlington, VA Phone: Staff Contact Dudley Hoskins Public Policy Counsel

42 Thank You Questions? How to Reach FFAR Dr. Tawny Mata, ROAR Lead Connect with ROAR Resources:

September 19, 2016 Meeting Notes

September 19, 2016 Meeting Notes Produce Safety Educator s Monthly Call #22 September 19, 2016 2 PM EDT Meeting Summary Total Attendance: 82 attendees, 12 panelists Meeting recording available at: https://cornell.webex.com/cornell/lsr.php?rcid=518cde361e4b7efecd44323501aed5db