National Institute of Food and Agriculture
NIFA, a US federal agency, funds research, education, and extension programs in agriculture, food, and related sciences.
Get Grants to Boost Healthy Food Sales & Reach More Customers
Are you involved in SNAP/NAP programs or the food/healthcare sectors? This grant can fund projects to increase fruit and vegetable purchases by low-income shoppers with incentives, improving health outcomes.
Get Paid to Buy Healthy Food: Nutrition Grants!
This program helps healthcare providers offer incentives for patients to buy more fruits and vegetables, reducing food insecurity and healthcare costs. If you're involved in health, nutrition, or food access, this funding can support your initiatives.
Boost Your Tribal College's Extension Programs with Grants
Tribal colleges can secure funding to expand their Extension programs and address critical needs in areas like agriculture, community development, and nutrition. This grant aims to strengthen your institution's ability to serve its community and foster long-term benefits through innovative projects.
Boost Your Ag Business with Government Grants!
This grant supports projects and individuals dedicated to advancing the agricultural and food sciences through education and workforce development. Secure funding to train future professionals, enhance agricultural literacy, and conduct cutting-edge research within the industry.
Tribal Colleges: Fund Your Research & Solve Community Needs
Tribal Colleges and Universities can secure funding to boost their research capabilities and tackle critical community challenges through applied projects. This grant encourages collaboration with other Land Grant Institutions to address needs in food and agricultural sciences.
Get Grants for Underserved Farmers & Ranchers
This program offers funding to organizations providing technical assistance to underserved farmers, ranchers, and forest land owners. Boost participation in USDA programs with vital support and resources.
Get Grants for Ag Innovation & Research
This program offers funding for groundbreaking research and projects that advance agriculture, food science, and rural economies. If you're involved in plant health, animal production, food safety, bioenergy, ag technology, or rural development, you could receive a grant to drive innovation.
Get Funding to Grow Your Organic Farm Business!
Are you an organic crop or livestock producer, or looking to adopt organic practices? This grant funds research and education to boost your competitiveness and sustainability, focusing on soil health, pollinators, and climate solutions.
Get Grants for Sustainable Ag & Food System Innovation
This grant funds innovative projects driving major improvements in the U.S. food and agriculture system. Businesses focused on creating affordable, safe, and nutritious products while boosting rural economies are encouraged to apply.
Get Funding for Ag & Food Science Innovation
Calling all institutions training the next generation of food, agriculture, and natural resource scientists! This grant provides funding to support graduate and postgraduate students pursuing degrees in critical USDA mission areas, including animal/plant production, forest resources, and food science.
Unlock Grants for Organic Farm Growth & Research
This initiative offers funding to organic producers and processors looking to improve their operations and market their products. Get support for research, education, and extension to enhance your farm's success and expand your reach in the organic sector.
Get Funding to Boost Your Veterinary Practice!
Veterinary practices facing shortages can access funds to enhance skills, hire staff, and acquire equipment. This grant aims to strengthen food animal veterinary services in rural areas and improve food safety.
Get Grants for Climate-Smart Agriculture & Food Businesses
U.S. agricultural and food businesses can secure funding to develop innovative solutions for climate change adaptation and mitigation in agroecosystems. This grant supports projects focused on reducing energy and water use, lowering greenhouse gas emissions, and enhancing carbon sequestration in food and fuel production.
Unlock Funding for Education & Research in Insular Areas!
This grant is for eligible institutions in Insular Areas looking to boost their food, agriculture, and natural resource science education programs. Funds can be used to improve facilities, equipment, curriculum, and faculty to expand research and educational opportunities.
Boost Your Agri-Education: Get Grant Funds!
If you're an institution of higher education in an Insular Area, this grant can help you expand your food and agricultural sciences programs using cutting-edge distance education technology. Secure funding to enhance curriculum and teaching for more impactful resident instruction.
Unlock Funding for Green Innovation & Growth
This grant supports innovative pilot projects addressing emerging forest and rangeland issues with national or regional impact. Businesses can secure funding to develop replicable solutions for a sustainable future.
Get Grants for Ag Education & Workforce Development!
Are you a secondary or two-year postsecondary institution focused on food and agriculture sciences? This grant helps build a qualified U.S. workforce and encourages students to pursue advanced degrees in agriculture.
Get Funding to Fight Citrus Diseases & Save Your Farm!
U.S. citrus growers can apply for funding to research and implement solutions for devastating diseases like Huanglongbing (HLB). This program aims to transition research into practical, farm-level strategies for financial sustainability.
Grant Funding for Alaska Native & Native Hawaiian Institutions
This grant supports Alaska Native-Serving and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions in developing impactful education, research, and community programs within food and agricultural sciences. Fund initiatives that boost student success, strengthen educational offerings, and prepare students for vital careers in these sectors.
Get Funding to Replace Methyl Bromide!
Are you a commercial grower or agricultural business facing costs from phasing out methyl bromide? This program funds research and adoption of new, effective pest control methods to ensure your business thrives without this banned pesticide.