You are invited to submit a proposal on strawberry research for consideration by NASGA. Included with this message are guidelines for you or others at your institution, to submit proposals for our 2009 funding decisions. Please forward this invitation to your colleagues in plant pathology, entomology and weed science. NASGA supports research in strawberry production and marketing that will benefit its grower members.
Funding is generated through membership dues and our Research Foundation. We have committed an average of over $40,500 to research grants for each of the last 10 years. NASGA is sensitive to the concerns of research scientists with regard to funding, publishing and university demands. Grants usually range from $2,000 to $5,000.
Proposals are to be sent to Dr. Marvin Pritts, Department of Horticulture, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853, who is Co-Chair of our Research Committee. Proposals are reviewed by a committee of academic and production representatives, and funding will be designated by priority by the Board in early March. Deadline for proposal submission is December 15, 2008.
If you aren’t a member of NASGA, consider joining our organization. Membership applications can be found at www.nasga.org. You can become a Professional Member of NASGA and receive a copy our publications during the year, and discounts on attending our events. We’d welcome your participation!
Please review our Research Priorities before submitting your proposal.
Please read the guidelines available regarding the research parameters.
If you have questions about the research funding process, please contact Dr. John Maas as follows:
Dr. John L. Maas, President
North American Strawberry Growers Research Foundation
270 True Philia Way
Berkeley Springs, WV 25411
Phone: 304-258-4751
E-mail: willowsend@earthlink.net
P.S. The 2009 North American Berry Conference will be held January 19-21 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Details about the program and tour, as well as a registration form is available on this website.
Thank you for your support of strawberry production and marketing!
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