Office of Pesticide
Consultation & Analysis
Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability
Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Program
The BIFS Program will be accepting applications from June 3 - June 30, 2026!
Please note that the dates below are tentative.
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| RFP release | June 3, 2026* |
| Concept proposal submission | June 30, 2026 |
| Concept proposal decision | July 27, 2026 |
| Pre-project consultation with OPCA | July 28 – August 7, 2026 |
| Full proposal development | August 8 – August 31, 2026 |
| Final funding decision | September 25, 2026 |
| Project start date | January 1, 2027 |
*Date amended
How to Apply
To apply to the BIFS Grant Program, review the RFP and the Applicant Guide (linked at the top of the page). A link to CDFA's online application system can be found in both documents.
VPNs and firewalls may cause problems. If you encounter any technical issues when accessing the grant application system, please screenshot the issue and email it to cdfa.opca@cdfa.ca.gov.
About the BIFS Program
The goal of the revitalized Biologically Integrated Farming Systems grant program is to provide outreach of innovative, biologically integrated plant-based farming systems that reduce chemical pesticide inputs. CDFA is responsible for supporting agricultural production in California by fostering innovative, efficient and scientifically sound practices. Projects from this program should demonstrate IPM-based alternative pest management options that focus on economical and efficacious biological and cultural pest management techniques that allow growers to maintain yields and quality.
FAQ
Is a co-PI listed on the project allowed to be out of country?
No, however, collaborators or subawardees are allowed out of the country.
Can individuals or organizations be listed on more than one BIFS concept proposal?
Yes, individuals and organizations are allowed to be listed on more than one proposal.
Can project proposals include the use of products that claim to have pesticidal properties but are not registered by US EPA and CDPR?
No, any product that meets the US EPA definition of a pesticide must be registered by US EPA and CDPR for use in California. Any product claiming to reduce pests must be registered as a pesticide by both agencies for use in California.
For questions, please contact us at cdfa.opca@cdfa.ca.gov