National Institute of Food and Agriculture
NIFA, a US federal agency, funds research, education, and extension programs in agriculture, food, and related sciences.
Fund Your Ag Science Programs: Get Grant Money!
This grant empowers K-12 and two-year postsecondary institutions to build robust agriscience and agribusiness programs. Secure funding to cultivate a skilled future workforce for the food and agricultural sciences.
Unlock Funding for Innovative Education Projects!
This grant is for higher education institutions looking to develop creative, impactful educational programs that address critical needs and foster collaboration. Funds support projects with lasting benefits that can serve as models for others.
Get Funding to Grow Your Food & Ag Business
Are you an 1890 Land-Grant Institution or Tuskegee University? This grant can fund projects to enhance your teaching, research, and extension programs in food and agriculture, aligning with key national goals like sustainability and food security.
Get Grant Funding for Your Alaska Native or Native Hawaiian Institution!
This grant is for eligible Alaska Native-Serving Institutions and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions to boost educational programs, research, and community development in food and agricultural sciences. Fund projects that improve student equity, strengthen your institution, and prepare students for vital careers.
Secure Funding for Crop & Livestock Loss Reduction
U.S. agricultural businesses can get funding to develop innovative, sustainable strategies for reducing crop and livestock losses across the entire food system. This grant supports projects focused on integrated management to boost quality and efficiency while addressing food security.
Get Grants for Food & Ag Innovation!
US-based researchers and institutions can receive funding to advance groundbreaking research in areas like plant and animal health, food safety, renewable energy, and agricultural technology. This program supports projects aimed at solving critical challenges within the food and agriculture sector.
Get Grants for Food & Ag Education in Insular Areas
Institutions of higher education in Insular Areas can receive funding to enhance their food and agricultural sciences education programs. This grant supports curriculum development and faculty partnerships to meet unique regional needs.
Get Grants for Distance Learning in Agriculture
This grant program is for higher education institutions in U.S. Insular Areas to upgrade their distance learning technology for agriculture and food science programs. Funds will help institutions enhance their teaching and curriculum delivery, making agricultural education more accessible.
Get Funding for Biotech Innovation & Regulatory Approval
Are you developing genetically engineered organisms for environmental release? This grant supports research to provide crucial data for federal regulatory agencies, ensuring your innovations meet science-based approval standards.
Get Grants for Smart Pest Management Tech
Agricultural businesses can receive funding to develop advanced systems that improve pest management strategies and demonstrate their impact. This grant supports the creation of tools to guide, educate, and expand the reach of USDA-supported Integrated Pest Management programs.
Grant Money for Future Ag Leaders & Researchers!
This fellowship program offers funding for promising doctoral candidates and postdoctoral trainees in food and agricultural sciences. It aims to cultivate the next generation of research, education, and extension leaders to tackle future agricultural challenges.
Funding for Military Family Support Programs
This grant supports the development and implementation of high-quality training resources for staff working with military families. It aims to enhance the effectiveness of Family Center/Family Readiness programs to better serve military communities.
Fund Your Childcare Program's Language & Culture Initiatives
Child and Youth programs can receive funding to implement innovative language and cultural learning experiences for children. This grant supports initiatives that enhance multilingual and intercultural capabilities within your programs.
Get Grants for Ag-Based Products & Innovation!
This grant is for businesses developing innovative paints, coatings, adhesives, and aerial delivery systems made from U.S.-grown agricultural materials. Fund your product development and field testing to create sustainable alternatives and boost the economy.
Unlock Research Funding: Boost Your Land Grant Institution
Are you a 1994 Land Grant Institution looking to elevate your research capabilities? This initiative provides funding to partner with other Land Grant institutions and USDA to enhance faculty research skills, strengthen programs, and boost student involvement.
Get Grants for Community Gardens & Local Projects
This grant is for organizations looking to create produce, recreation, or wildlife gardens in urban and rural areas, providing hands-on, science-based education. Funds will support micro-grants for smaller local projects.
Fund Your Child Care Program Expansion
This grant supports the development and implementation of a high-quality, research-based child care curriculum for military families. Businesses in the child care sector can receive funding to create and deploy comprehensive educational resources for children aged birth to five.
Get Grants for Your Food & Ag Business Workforce!
Colleges and universities focused on food and agricultural sciences can apply for funding to boost multicultural diversity in their workforce. This grant aims to advance educational achievements and build a more inclusive professional community.
Fund Your Grad Program: Food & Ag Science
Institutions training Master's and PhD students in food and agricultural sciences can get funding to develop specialized traineeship programs. This grant supports programs focused on critical USDA mission areas and aims to cultivate future leaders in the field.
Get Funding for Youth Resiliency Programs!
Are you a non-profit or educational organization serving military-connected youth? This grant offers funding to develop and deliver programs that build essential resiliency skills for young people facing unique challenges. Invest in programs that empower military families and foster positive futures.