USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Max award
$500K
Deadline
Dec 31, 2026
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NIFA's Agriculture and Food Research Initiative is the largest competitive grants program for agricultural sciences, funding fundamental and applied research in plant and animal health, food safety, sustainable bioenergy, nutrition, and rural development. Awards range from small exploratory projects to large integrated research, education, and extension projects. Priority areas are updated annually through the Farm Bill.
Application cycle
Review timelines vary by program. Check USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture's official source for the current cycle before you apply.