NIFA is soliciting applications under the following ten SBIR/STTR topics / program areas: 8.1 Forests and Related Resources 8.2 Plant Production and Protection (Biology) 8.3 Animal Production and Protection 8.4 Conservation of Natural Resources 8.5 Food Science and Nutrition 8.6 Rural and Community Development 8.7 Aquaculture 8.8 Biofuels and Biobased Products 8.12 Small and Mid-size Farms 8.13 Plant Production and Protection (Engineering)