About the Pioneer Track
The Pioneer Track is a funding opportunity dedicated to supporting innovative agricultural research projects that promise significant, tangible outcomes. The objective of this track is to foster the development of new directions, pioneering concepts, and novel solutions that address critical challenges in the agricultural sciences. A core requirement is that the research must yield clear and practical benefits for both participating nations.
Key Advantages
The Pioneer Track distinguishes itself by providing substantial support for applied research, with a higher award level of up to $600,000 per grant. This enables research teams to pursue more ambitious, high-impact projects.
Additional Guidelines for the 2025 Submission Round
- Eligible Fields: BARD will receive applications across all agricultural research areas, including Agricultural Engineering, Animal Health and Production, Aquaculture, Crop Health and Production, Soil and Water Resources, Renewable Resources, Food Products, and Agricultural Economics.
- Budget: The maximum budget for a three-year project is $600,000. The maximum budget for a feasibility study is $180,000.
- Pathway to Impact: The proposal must clearly articulate the potential for follow-up development efforts. This will be a critical criterion in evaluating the project’s long-term potential impact.
- Selection Criteria: Projects are selected based on a rigorous evaluation of their innovation, scientific merit, and the potential to advance agricultural knowledge or practices. The strength of the multidisciplinary collaboration described in the proposal will also be a key consideration.
Please follow the application guidelines to apply.
Interested in applying and want to learn more? Watch the application webinar