The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) opened $1.9 million in funding to support integrated pest management (IPM) projects that expand tools and practices to increase the adoption of IPM and support the transition statewide to sustainable pest management.

 
The funding is available through the 2024 Alliance and Research Grants programs as over the last 20 years, they have awarded over $26 million for over 100 projects to advance the use of IPM.

The 2024 Research Grants Program has up to $800,000 to award for projects of up to three years in length. According to the DPR website, "Projects should develop pest management tools and practices to reduce the use of high-risk pesticides or decrease the impacts of pesticide use on human health and the environment. Project budgets may range from $50,000 to $500,000. Research Grant applications will be accepted through Sept. 14."

The 2024 Alliance Grants Program meanwhile has up to $1.1 million to award for projects of up to three years in length. According to the DPR website, "projects should promote or increase sustainable pest management though the implementation, expansion, or adoption of effective, proven and affordable IPM systems or practices. Project budgets may range from $50,000 to $800,000. Alliance Grant applications will be accepted through Jan. 18, 2024."

To apply and for more information, visit the Department of Pesticide Regulation Grants website.