Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program is offered by National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Max award: $10,000,000. Applications close on Dec 31, 2026.
| Opportunity number | USDA-NIFA-AFRI-011134 |
|---|---|
| Agency | National Institute of Food and Agriculture |
| Status | Posted |
| Posted | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Closes | Dec 31, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | $10,000,000 |
| Award floor | $10,000 |
| Total program funding | $300,000,000 |
| Expected awards | Not specified |
| Who can apply | Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) |
| Category | Agriculture |
Summary (excerpt)
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. The six priority areas are: Plant Health and Production and Plant Products; Animal Health and Production and Animal Products; Food Safety, Nutrition, and Health; Bioenergy, Natural Resources, and Environment; Agriculture Systems and Technology; and Agriculture Economic…
View the official listing and apply on Grants.gov
Before you apply
- Register your organization in SAM.gov and get a UEI — it can take weeks
- Create a Grants.gov account and check eligibility in the full notice (NOFO)
- Start early; the system gets busy near deadlines
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