National Institute of Food and Agriculture
NIFA, a US federal agency, funds research, education, and extension programs in agriculture, food, and related sciences.
Unlock Funds for Ag Innovation & Growth!
Are you a non-land grant college focused on agriculture? This grant offers funding to boost your research, outreach, and educational efforts, helping you secure more funding and grow your impact.
Get Grants for Agribusiness Facilities & Equipment!
Are you an 1890 land-grant institution focused on agriculture or food sciences? This grant helps you fund essential facility upgrades and equipment to boost your human capital development.
Fund Your Citrus Business: Fight Disease & Grow!
This program helps eligible citrus growers and researchers secure funding to combat devastating citrus diseases and invasive pests, ensuring the future of your business. Get support to implement new techniques and technologies that protect your crops and drive commercial success.
Unlock Funding for Bioenergy & Bioproducts Innovation
Universities in designated Sun Grant regions can receive funding to support research, extension, and education programs focused on bioenergy, biomass, and bioproducts. These funds will be competitively awarded within each region for multi-institutional and integrated projects.
Secure Funds for Agri-Tech Facilities & Equipment!
Is your 1890 Land-Grant Institution focused on agricultural or food sciences? This grant provides funding to acquire and improve essential facilities and equipment, including libraries, to boost human capital development in these vital sectors.
Get Funding for Alfalfa & Forage Innovation!
This program is for agricultural businesses looking to boost their alfalfa and forage production systems. Funds are available to improve crop yields, resilience, harvesting, and overall quality, ultimately increasing your profitability.
Get Funding for Healthy Homes Projects
This grant supports public outreach programs aimed at reducing housing deficiencies and mitigating childhood disease and injury risks. If you're involved in community health or housing improvement, you may be eligible for funding.
Get Funding for Innovative Forest & Rangeland Projects
This fund offers grants to pilot projects addressing new forest and rangeland resource challenges with national or regional impact. Businesses can receive funding to develop innovative and replicable solutions for sustainable resource management.
Get Funding for Ag Innovation & Food Security Projects
This grant from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture is for researchers and organizations aiming to boost American agriculture's competitiveness and combat global hunger. Funds support projects focused on increasing food availability and reducing food insecurity through research, education, and extension.
Aquaculture Grants: Boost Your Business & Sustainability
US aquaculture businesses can get funding to develop sustainable practices and overcome industry challenges, leading to increased profitability and job creation. Focus areas include genetics, disease management, sustainable systems, and economic research.
Get Funding for Crop Protection & Pest Management
This grant helps farmers and researchers develop innovative, cost-effective, and eco-friendly pest management strategies to boost food security and protect human health. Funds are available for projects that integrate advanced technologies for sustainable agricultural practices.
Fund Your Farm: Grants for New Farmers & Ranchers
Are you a new farmer or rancher looking to build a thriving agricultural business? This program offers grants to develop crucial training, workshops, and support systems designed to help you succeed.
Fund Your Climate-Smart Ag Business!
Are you in agriculture or natural resources and seeking funding to combat climate change? This grant supports innovative projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, conserve energy and water, and boost carbon sequestration in your operations.
Get Grants for Sustainable Bioenergy Projects
This grant from NIFA supports businesses developing sustainable bioenergy solutions to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign oil. Funding is available for research, integrated projects, and educational initiatives in this critical sector.
Fund Your Agri-Science Research: NIFA Fellowships Grant
Doctoral candidates and postdoctoral trainees in food, forestry, and agricultural sciences can receive funding to develop their research and teaching skills. This grant aims to nurture the next generation of agricultural scientists tackling society's biggest challenges.
Grant Money for Your Food Security Project!
Are you working to improve food security in your community? This grant offers a one-time infusion of federal funds to make your food project sustainable, plan long-term solutions, or provides nationwide training for food security initiatives.
Get Funding for Biodiesel Innovation & Growth
Are you involved in biodiesel production, technology, or infrastructure? This program offers funding for educational initiatives to advance the biodiesel industry, increase feedstock production, and improve fuel quality and safety.
Grant Funding for Water Quality Improvement
This grant supports research, education, and extension projects aimed at improving surface and groundwater quality in agricultural, rural, and urbanizing areas. Businesses can receive funding to develop science-based solutions for water resource problems.
Get Grants for Disaster Preparedness & Recovery
Are you part of a community organization helping families, businesses, or communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters? This grant offers funding to implement science-based programs that mitigate losses and facilitate recovery during emergency situations.
Get Funding for Ag-Based Paints & Coatings
Agri-businesses can secure funding to develop and test innovative paints, coatings, and adhesives made from domestic farm products. This initiative aims to boost the economy and create new markets by replacing petroleum-based alternatives.