
USDA (NIFA) Phase II
Technical & Business Assistance (TABA) for Phase II SBIR/STTR Grant Awardees
Larta offers a comprehensive program of Technical & Business Assistance (TABA) for startups who have received a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). Â
Program Overview
This program is dedicated to the successful commercialization of SBIR/STTR funded technologies and provides comprehensive commercialization assistance to all USDA SBIR and STTR Phase II awardees with Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) funds.
Who's Eligible?
All Phase I NIFA SBIR/STTR Phase II granteesÂ
Funding
$50,000 Phase II TABA awarded by USDA
Enrollment Deadlines
TABA funds to be requested with award application. Awarded 6-9 months after SBIR/STTR proposal submission.
Duration
12-24 months alongside Phase II grant program
Commitment
2-3 hrs per week, depending on the project scope and timeline
Interested in joining this program?
Answer a few short questions, and our team will be in touch with next steps and more info.
What to expect.
Commercialization Preparation
Based on the company near/long term goals and objectives, as well as team resources, Larta helps the company develop and execute on plans and activities critical to commercialization of the technology, topics relating to regulatory, reimbursement, IP, marketing, financial model, sales/distribution, etc.
Support from a Dedicated Expert
Collaborate with a dedicated ‘Lead Principal Advisor’ with support from other Principal Advisors as needed
Startup Education & Content
Access Larta’s library of resources, and attend monthly webinars with leading industry experts
Collaborate 1:1 with an expert Larta 'Principal Advisor' during the program. We have a team of 50+ highly experienced agriculture & food focused mentors.
Our programs are led by seasoned industry experts with deep sector knowledge. Each startup is assigned a dedicated Principal Advisor to guide their journey from idea to sustainable enterprise.

Principal Advisor
Tony Simpson

Principal Advisor
Robert Calcaterra

Principal Advisor
Jeff Carpenter
Utilize our proven products during your program to accelerate your startup.
Our portfolio of 30+ products & tools for startups have been designed & proven over 25-years to accelerate translating R&D ideas into sustainable enterprises.Â
Our bench of highly experienced experts/mentors work 1:1 with startup founders to deliver our products, customized to your stage of growth and specific goals.Â
