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"Artificial Intelligence for K-12 Food and Agricultural Sciences" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Artificial Intelligence for K-12 Food and Agricultural Sciences is sponsored by USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). This program supports the development and/or strengthening of a pipeline of AI-literate, skilled next-generation agriculturalists with a particular emphasis on K-12 learners. It funds Integrated (research, education, Extension) Coordinated Agricultural Projects (CAP), and Strengthening CAP projects.
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gov Maintenance Calendar Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Strengthening Agricultural Systems Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture Document Type:Grants Notice Funding Opportunity Number:USDA-NIFA-AFRI-011677 Funding Opportunity Title:Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Strengthening Agricultural Systems Opportunity Category:Discretionary Opportunity Category Explanation: Funding Instrument Type:Grant Category of Funding Activity:Agriculture Expected Number of Awards:18 Assistance Listings:10.
310 -- Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:Yes Last Updated Date:Mar 23, 2026 Original Closing Date for Applications:Mar 26, 2026 Current Closing Date for Applications:Apr 23, 2026 Archive Date:Apr 25, 2026 Estimated Total Program Funding:$ 140,000,000 Award Ceiling:$10,000,000 Eligible Applicants:Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Additional Information on Eligibility:1.
Integrated ProjectsEligible applicants for Integrated Projects include: a) Colleges and universities;b) 1994 Land-grant Institutions; andc) Hispanic-serving agricultural colleges and universities (see NIFA's Hispanic-Serving Agricultural Colleges and Universities page).
For item a) under Integrated Projects, the terms ""college"" and ""university"" means an educational institution in any state which i) admits as regular students only persons having a certificate of graduation from a school providing secondary education, or the recognized equivalent of such a certificate; ii) is legally authorized to provide a program of education beyond secondary education; iii) provides an educational program for which a bachelor’s degree or any other higher degree is awarded; iv) is a public or other nonprofit institution; and v) is accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency or association.
A research foundation maintained by a college or university is eligible to receive an award under this program. 2. Food and Agricultural Science Enhancement GrantsPart II § C.
2 of this NOFO contains the eligibility details for FASE Grants. Note that under FASE program, Strengthening Coordinated Agricultural Project Grants are solicited in this NOFO.
## Additional Information Agency Name:National Institute of Food and Agriculture Description:The long-term goal of the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Strengthening Agricultural Systems (SAS) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to help transform the U.S. food and agricultural system to increase agricultural production while enhancing farmer prosperity.
Achieving this goal will require transdisciplinary approaches to address current and future food and agricultural challenges within the context of the economic viability of farm operations, quality of life for farmers and society as a whole, and the most efficient use of resources. NIFA is soliciting applications to support: 1. At least one of the following Strengthening Agricultural Systems sub-priorities: a.
New Uses and Expanding Markets for Agriculture and Forestry Products b. Solutions to Pests and Diseases of Plants or Animals c. Combating Food and Diet-Related Chronic Diseases 2.
Artificial Intelligence for K-12 Food and Agricultural Sciences ***See AFRI SAS NOFO for each program area specific application due date. ** Link to Additional Information:Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Strengthening Agricultural Systems Grantor Contact Information:If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: NIFA Support Email grantapplicationquestions@usda.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Colleges and universities. Integrated Projects, which include components of research, education, and extension within the proposed project. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1,000,000 - $2,000,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was April 23, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Artificial Intelligence for K-12 Food and Agricultural Sciences is funded by USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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