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NOFO released annually in February/March; deadline ~60 days later.
"Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program is a grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture that supports educational and training programs for beginning farmers and ranchers. Funded through competitive awards, the program helps new agricultural producers develop the skills and knowledge needed to successfully start and sustain farming and ranching operations.
Eligible applicants include universities, cooperative extension services, community-based organizations, and other entities that deliver education, mentoring, and technical assistance to beginning farmers. The program's Notice of Funding Opportunity is typically released annually in February or March, with applications due approximately 60 days later.
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Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP) Apply | 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.
Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP) Apply Detailed instructions on how to apply can be found in the BFRDP Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the BFRDP NOFO to gain a better understanding of the program. Note: Although application periods for the NOFOs may be closed, the documents are still accessible for viewing and planning purposes.
Please also review the NIFA Grants Application Guide for general information about the grant application process as well as NIFA-specific instructions and requirements. In the event of a discrepancy between the BFRDP NOFOs and the application guide, the NOFO instructions always supercede the application instructions in the guide.
The BFRDP NOFO is generally released every year in February or March and the application submission deadline is usually about 60 days after the NOFO is released. More information can be found at the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program Funding Opportunity page.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Collaborative state, tribal, local, or regionally-based networks. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $50,000 - $250,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The most recent published deadline was April 1, 2026, which has passed. This is an annual program, so a new cycle should follow. The next cycle is expected around February 2027.
Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program is funded by USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture. 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.
The solicitation lists 2 required documents: NOFO application per NIFA Grants Application Guide and Commitment Letter (template provided). Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
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