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USDA SBIR/STTR Program for AgTech Innovation in Precision Agriculture, Food Systems, and AI-Driven Farm Technology is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA). The USDA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program, administered by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), funds U. S.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: For-profit small businesses incorporated and operating in the United States with 500 or fewer employees, an active internal R&D capability, and a clear commercialization roadmap. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase I awards up to $125,000 (approximately 8 months); Phase II awards up to $450,000 (approximately 24 months), for combined funding up to $575,000. Funding is non-dilutive. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
USDA SBIR/STTR Program for AgTech Innovation in Precision Agriculture, Food Systems, and AI-Driven Farm Technology 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.
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The USDA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program, administered by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), funds U.S. small businesses developing high-risk, high-reward agricultural technology. Eligible AI-relevant topics include precision farming, crop and livestock monitoring, food safety, aquaculture, forestry, sustainable agriculture, and rural economic development, with projects required to link technical innovation to farm-level benefits and positive outcomes for agricultural producers and rural communities. Phase I awards reach up to $125,000 and Phase II awards up to $450,000, all non-dilutive. USDA distributes roughly $40-50 million in SBIR funding annually, with the FY2026-2027 solicitation expected to open in the summer of 2026 and close in early autumn.
Children, Youth and Families At-Risk Sustainable Community Projects (CYFAR SCP) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA). This grant strengthens and expands community-based programs serving at-risk children, youth, and families, with the Cooperative Extension System playing a central role. Projects emphasize collaboration across disciplines and a holistic approach to address challenges facing vulnerable youth and families.
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