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 for Diverse Talent in Food & Ag!
This program offers competitive grants to colleges and universities to boost multicultural diversity within the food and agricultural workforce and advance student education. It's designed to support institutions in cultivating a more inclusive and skilled professional pool.
Grant Funds for Rural Health & Safety Education
Rural organizations and community groups can receive funding for outreach programs that educate individuals and families on health, safety, and environmental wellness. This grant supports initiatives to boost motivation for personal health responsibility and improve access to health promotion activities.
Unlock Farm Growth: Get Grants for Business Management
Farm owners and operators can apply for funding to boost their business management skills and access valuable financial data. This grant supports initiatives that improve farm financial management knowledge and expand a national database.
Get Grants for Youth Programs & Family Support
Are you a community organization serving at-risk youth and families? This grant supports comprehensive, community-based programs that equip them with essential life skills for positive futures.
Get Funding for Ag & Green Tech Innovation!
If your business successfully completed a USDA Phase I grant, you can now apply for Phase II funding to further develop your agricultural manufacturing or renewable energy technologies. This program incentivizes commercializing your innovative ideas and has a strong success rate.
Grant Funding for Rural STEM Workforce Development
This program offers grants to rural businesses and organizations working to increase women and minority participation in STEM fields. The funding supports projects that build a skilled workforce and boost the economic health of rural communities through agricultural sciences.
Get Grants for Crop Protection & Pest Management
Are you a farmer or agricultural business looking to enhance your pest management strategies? This program offers funding to develop and implement innovative, eco-friendly, and cost-effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approaches to boost food security and protect your crops.
Unlock Funds for School Food & Ag Education Programs
This grant supports organizations looking to boost agricultural science knowledge and improve children's nutrition through engaging food and garden education initiatives within school systems. It's designed to enhance the quality and access of school meals for low-income children.
Get Tribal Grants for Food & Agriculture Innovation
Federally Recognized Tribes can access funding to build agricultural outreach and education programs, bringing vital research-based knowledge and resources directly to tribal communities.
Unlock Grants for Your Agri-Business Innovation
Hispanic-Serving Institutions in the food and agricultural sciences can secure funding to boost their educational programs and cultivate top talent. This grant aims to empower your institution to attract exceptional students and equip them for impactful careers in the agricultural sector.
Unlock Funding for Biotech Innovation & Regulatory Science
This program is for researchers and organizations focused on biotechnology, offering funds to generate vital information for regulatory agencies. Secure grants to inform science-based decisions on genetically engineered organisms and their environmental impact.
Get Grants for Community Food Projects!
This grant offers funding for community-based food projects aiming for self-sustainability and planning initiatives to improve local food security. It's designed for organizations focused on tangible outcomes and community impact within a defined area.
Get Funding for Crop Innovation & Profitability
Are you a specialty crop producer or researcher? This grant funds projects that boost crop resilience, productivity, and profitability through cutting-edge research and technology. Secure funds to enhance breeding, pest control, efficiency, and food safety in your operations.
Fund Your Tribal Agri-Sciences Education Programs!
Tribal Colleges and Universities can now apply for funding to enhance their food and agricultural sciences education programs. This grant supports curriculum development, faculty training, student experiences, and STEM equipment to prepare Native students for leadership and career opportunities.
Grant Funds for Farmers with Disabilities: Grow Your Farm!
If you're a farmer, rancher, or farm family member with a disability, this grant can help you achieve success in agricultural production. Partnering with Cooperative Extension and non-profit disability organizations, it provides crucial educational and assistive resources to accommodate your farm operations.
Get Funding for Your Food Safety Business Growth!
Small to mid-sized farms, processors, and wholesalers can get funding to develop and deliver customized food safety training and outreach. This program helps local community groups and agricultural businesses improve food safety practices and reach target audiences.
HBCU Grant: Fund Your Ag Business Innovation!
HBCU-affiliated businesses can access funding to coordinate and manage innovative agricultural and business projects. This grant supports assessing regional needs and setting priorities for collaborative initiatives to drive growth and development.
Boost Your Ag Institution: Grant Funding for Growth & Outreach!
Non-Land Grant Colleges of Agriculture can secure funds to enhance their capacity for competitive grant seeking, research, education, and outreach. This funding supports crucial infrastructure, faculty development, and graduate programs to strengthen agricultural innovation.
Grant Funds for Rural Profitability & STEM Growth
This grant supports 1890 Land-Grant Institutions focused on boosting profitability in underserved farming communities and enhancing international training. Funds will also drive diversity in STEAM fields, creating new opportunities for rural development.
Unlock Funding: USDA SBIR for AgTech Innovation
Small businesses with innovative agricultural or renewable energy tech can get funding to bring their disruptive ideas from research to market. This program supports the commercialization of groundbreaking solutions with significant societal benefits.