The Coordinating Agricultural Development & Innovation (CADI) grant aims to boost American agriculture by removing trade barriers and supporting U.S. exporters in Eastern Europe, the South Caucasus, and Central Asia. The goal is to add significant economic value to the U.S. by facilitating agricultural exports and preventing potential economic harm from trade barriers and livestock diseases. The grant involves conducting research, providing recommendations, and tracking economic impacts.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that can conduct research and provide actionable recommendations to support U.S. agricultural trade in Eastern Europe, the South Caucasus, and Central Asia. It is ideal for entities with expertise in agricultural trade, economic impact analysis, and international relations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of experience in agricultural trade or economic impact analysis
- Inability to conduct international travel
- Failure to safeguard non-public information
- Inability to obtain Public Trust (Moderate Risk) background investigations
- Failure to meet reporting and deliverable requirements
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan including international and domestic travel
- Research methodology outline
- Background investigation clearance for personnel
- Capability statement demonstrating expertise in agriculture and trade
Cautions
- Ensure all personnel can pass background checks
- Prepare for extensive travel requirements
- Strict adherence to reporting deadlines
- Safeguard all non-public information
- Be prepared for potential project extensions
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are categorized as 'OTHER,' which typically includes non-profit organizations, research institutions, and possibly private sector entities with the capacity to conduct agricultural trade research and analysis. Specific eligibility criteria should be confirmed with the USDA/FAS.
Overview
This grant is for organizations that can conduct research and provide actionable recommendations to support U.S. agricultural trade in Eastern Europe, the South Caucasus, and Central Asia. It is ideal for entities with expertise in agricultural trade, economic impact analysis, and international relations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of experience in agricultural trade or economic impact analysis
- Inability to conduct international travel
- Failure to safeguard non-public information
- Inability to obtain Public Trust (Moderate Risk) background investigations
- Failure to meet reporting and deliverable requirements
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for conducting research, international and domestic travel, and preparing reports and presentations. The goal is to provide recommendations and track the impact of the CADI portfolio on U.S. agriculture.
Total Program Funding
$997,500
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 28, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 28, 2026(32 days)
- Archive Date
- Oct 28, 2026
- Last Updated
- Jul 28, 2026
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Late 2026
Application Checklist
- Register with relevant federal systems (e.g., SAM.gov)
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Ensure all personnel can obtain necessary background checks
- Plan for required international and domestic travel
- Draft a research methodology outline
- Compile a capability statement