BCAP Project Area Proposal Frequently Asked Questions
What must be included in a complete BCAP Project Area Proposal? Answer
Who is eligible to submit a project proposal? Answer
Does a BCF have to become qualified to support BCAP's matching payments to be eligible to submit an acceptable proposal (or agree to become qualified after a proposal is submitted)? Answer
Can the organizers of a planned BCF submit a proposal for a facility that does not already exist? Answer
Can an acceptable proposal contain other special rules which pertain only to certain producers or certain land? Answer
Can an acceptable proposal contain biomass crop selection/seeding mixtures and planting/harvesting requirements to help a sponsor ensure project success by tailoring the project to its needs? Answer
Where do I submit a project area proposal under BCAP? Answer
Can proposals cover land already enrolled in another approved project area? Answer
Can a sponsor submit more than one project area proposal? Answer
Will my proposal be shared with outside parties? Answer
Will approved proposals require the growers of biomass to deliver their harvested biomass to my BCF? Answer
Will growers of biomass on approved project areas be required to harvest their acreage and use the plant material as biomass? Answer
What criteria are used in selecting projects? Answer
For more information about the application and any required forms please contact the FSA state office or visit the USDA Farm Service Agency's website at http://www.fsa.usda.gov/bcap.
