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Agriculture and Food Research Initiative – Education and Workforce Development (AFRI-EWD) Competitive Grants Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA). This grant program supports projects that strengthen the pipeline of future professionals in food and agricultural sciences, focusing on education, training, and workforce capacity building.
It includes professional development for K–14 educators, non-formal youth education in food and agriculture, and workforce training at community, junior, and technical colleges.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligibility depends on the specific project proposed, but generally includes universities, research institutions, and organizations advancing agricultural education and workforce development. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $10,000 - $650,000 (estimated total $39.7 million, up to 245 awards). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Agriculture and Food Research Initiative – Education and Workforce Development (AFRI-EWD) Competitive Grants Program are due December 31, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative – Education and Workforce Development (AFRI-EWD) Competitive Grants Program is funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-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.
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