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Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) Foundational and Applied Science Request for Applications (Agriculture Systems and Technology; Bioenergy, Natural Resources and Environment; Agricultural Economics and Rural Community program areas) is sponsored by USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). NIFA seeks to catalyze efforts that harness the power of AI in applications throughout agriculture and the food supply chain.
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Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Foundational and Applied Science Program | NIFA The lifecycle of grants and cooperative agreements consists of four phases: Pre-Award, Award, Post-Award, and Close Out. The National Institute of Food and Agriculture is committed to serving its stakeholders, Congress, and the public by using new technologies to advance greater openness.
The Data Gateway enables users to find funding data, metrics, and information about research, education, and Extension projects that have received grant awards from NIFA. This website houses a large volume of supporting materials. In this section, you can search the wide range of documents, videos, and other resources.
Veterinary Services Grant Program Technical Assistance Webinar NIFA staff will hold a Technical Assistance Webinar to discuss the Veterinary Services Grant Program (VSGP) Notice of Funding Opportunity. The National Institute of Food and Agriculture provides leadership and funding for programs that advance agriculture-related sciences.
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Foundational and Applied Science Program The AFRI Foundational and Applied Science Program supports grants in six AFRI priority areas to advance knowledge in both fundamental and applied sciences important to agriculture.
NIFA has extended the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science (FAS) Program Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) deadlines to ensure that potential applicants have the opportunity to receive technical assistance from NIFA staff. Please do not submit a duplicate application to one already submitted if there are no changes.
If an application has already been submitted and the applicant was not able to receive technical assistance from NIFA staff, the applicant may revise and resubmit prior to the new deadline. If an applicant did not submit an application, they may submit prior to the new deadline. Links to AFRI FAQs and AFRI Resources .
Dates may vary. Please see NOFO for exact details. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access information related to this grant opportunity, please contact the Information Contact listed on this page no later than ten (10) days before the closing date.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for the webinar or event related to this grant opportunity, please contact the event host. NIFA offers language access services, such as interpretation and translation of vital information, free of charge. If you need interpretation or translation services, please visit NIFA Language Access Services and request service no later than ten (10) days before the closing date.
AFRI Foundational and Applied Science Program Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) Animal Breeding, Genetics, and Genomics Rapid Response to Emerging and Re-emerging Pest and Disease Events Across Food and Agricultural Systems (A1713) 1862 Land-grant Institutions 1890 Land-grant Institutions 1994 Land-grant Institutions For-profit Organizations Other Than Small Businesses Hispanic-Serving Institutions Native American Tribal Orgs, not Federally recognized Tribal Governments Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) IRS status, other than Institutions of Higher Ed Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) IRS status, other than Institutions of Higher Ed Other or Additional Information (See below) State Agricultural Experiment Stations State Controlled Institutions of Higher Ed More Information on Eligibility The list above is abbreviated.
Others may be eligible to apply. Eligibility may differ based on project types. See Program Area Priorities in the current Foundational and Applied Science NOFO for the requested project types.
Please refer to Part III, A of the current Foundational and Applied Science Program NOFO for eligibility requirements. Note that restrictions apply to integrated projects applicants. Applications from ineligible institutions will not be reviewed.
For more Information Contact Thursday, December 31, 2026 grantapplicationquestions@usda. gov Funding Opportunity Number Assistance Listing Number Estimated Total Program Funding Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement For equipment grants and if commodity specific. See NOFO for details.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants generally include colleges and universities, research institutions, and private organizations. Specific eligibility may vary by program area and solicitation. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) Foundational and Applied Science Request for Applications (Agriculture Systems and Technology; Bioenergy, Natural Resources and Environment; Agricultural Economics and Rural Community program areas) is funded by USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs (USDA NIFA) is sponsored by USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR and STTR programs offer competitively awarded grants to qualified small businesses for high-quality research related to important scientific problems and opportunities in agriculture that could lead to significant public benefits.
AFRI Education and Workforce Development: Food and Agricultural Non-formal Education (FANE) is a grant from USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) supporting non-formal education programs that cultivate interest and skills in food, agriculture, natural resources, and human sciences. Eligible applicants include universities, community organizations, and nonprofits developing programs such as 4-H, extension education, and hands-on agricultural learning experiences. Grants strengthen the pipeline of future agricultural professionals by engaging youth and adult learners outside traditional classroom settings.
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