GOAL 1: ESTABLISH N.C. PSI AS A LEADER IN RESILIENT AGRICULTURE AMONG INDUSTRY, GOVERNMENT AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Key Initiatives

• In coordination with regional industry partners and start-ups, identify federal funding opportunities for translation projects or components of projects that can also drive technology development and innovation (i.e., SBIR)

• Develop N.C. PSI strategy for maximizing future federal funding for climate change and smart agriculture

• Establish technical assistance program and webinar series to educate faculty on how to position and apply for future funding streams involving areas of focus like climate change and smart agriculture

• Work with industry partners to advise on setting private-sector sustainability targets

• Establish working groups to serve as an advisory resource for government agencies and regulatory discussions on resilient agriculture topics (e.g., crop insurance)

• Based on federal areas of focus or interest, develop proposals for agencies that leverage N.C. PSI capabilities in resilient agriculture that align with these emerging issues or needs

N.C. PSI STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT

Strategic Priority 1.2: Transform the future of agriculture through large-scale interdisciplinary pursuits

Strategic Priority 1.3: Position N.C. PSI as a regional hub for plant sciences economic impact

Strategic Priority 2.2: Prioritize engagement with the North Carolina agriculture sector

Strategic Priority 2.3: Expand N.C. PSI partnerships and strengthen external collaborations

Strategic Priority 3.2: Develop sustainable funding model for N.C. PSI