May 20, 2015

Farmers can learn how to get federal funding for technology ideas

Each year, Congress funds the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs to support the research and development of new technology-related products or innovative new services. These programs are the federal government’s largest small business research and development (R&D) grant programs, with over $2.6 billion being awarded annually. There are 11 participating federal agencies that provide funding to entrepreneurs and small businesses. Over $1 million can be awarded per business to develop new technology ideas.

On June 17, the Great Lakes Ag-Tech Business Incubator is hosting a seminar to inform entrepreneurs, farmers and small business owners about the availability of these grants. The seminar will consist of two sessions and a lunch break/networking opportunity.

The sponsors that will be on-site to talk with attendees will represent the following industry sectors: Agriculture; Accounting; Banking; Energy Technology; Legal-Intellectual Property; and Websites/App Development.

Michael Kurek, partner, BBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting, will conduct the seminar. BBCetc manages the Michigan SBIR/STTR Assistance Program, which provides training and consulting to Michigan technology companies.

For more information and to register for the event, click here.