Grants / Agriculture

Agriculture grants for nonprofits

16 open federal grants in agriculture that nonprofits can apply for.

• Emergency Citrus Disease Research and Extension Pre-Applications

  National Institute of Food and Agriculture

  Due November 2, 2026 (in 13 days)$500,000 to $15 millionPossible fit

  This grant helps pay for research and extension projects to control a citrus disease called HLB. It is meant to help organizations that can develop strategies to protect citrus crops in the United States.

• Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development

  National Institute of Food and Agriculture

  Due December 31, 2026$10,000 to $650,000Possible fit

  This grant helps fund education and training programs related to food and agriculture. It supports teachers, students, and workers in the field. The money can be used for workshops, fellowships, and training.

• Agriculture Innovation Center Grant Program

  Rural Business-Cooperative Service

  Due January 31, 2027$600,000 to $1 millionPossible fit

  This grant helps pay for technical assistance to help farmers and agricultural producers sell special agricultural products. It is meant to help organizations that support agriculture and business in rural areas.

• 2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program

  DOC NOAA - ERA Production

  Due May 1, 2028$15,000 to $75,000Possible fit

  This grant helps pay for projects that support marine-related jobs, seafood safety, and education in Alaska. It can fund training, technology, and outreach about fishing and seafood. The grant is for organizations and…

• Assisting Specialty Crop Exports: Low Oxygen Storage and Packaging Systems for U.S. Tree Nuts with Phytosanitary Traceability

  Foreign Agricultural Service

  Due October 26, 2026 (in 6 days)Up to $2 millionBetter for larger organizations

  This grant helps pay for projects that develop low-oxygen storage and packaging systems for tree nuts. It is meant to help organizations that can create tools to meet international phytosanitary requirements.

• Tribal Colleges Extension Program Special Emphasis

  National Institute of Food and Agriculture

  Due November 2, 2026 (in 13 days)$50,000 to $200,000Better for larger organizations

  This grant helps fund small projects at 1994 Institutions to address community needs like food systems, public health, and youth engagement. It supports pilot projects that focus on local issues. The money is meant for…

• 1890 Institution Teaching, Research, and Extension Capacity Building Grants Program

  National Institute of Food and Agriculture

  Due November 4, 2026 (in 15 days)$50,000 to $750,000Better for larger organizations

  This grant helps build teaching, research, and extension programs at specific universities. It is meant to support institutions that focus on agriculture and related fields.

• Capacity Building Grants for Non-Land-Grant Colleges of Agriculture Program

  National Institute of Food and Agriculture

  Due November 10, 2026 (in 21 days)$30,000 to $750,000Better for larger organizations

  This grant helps non-land-grant colleges of agriculture improve their ability to do education, research, and outreach. It can help them get more funding and share information with the public. The money can be used for…

• Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs Phase II

  National Institute of Food and Agriculture

  Due November 17, 2026 (in 28 days)$600,000 to $650,000Better for larger organizations

  This grant helps small businesses develop new ideas and technologies. It is meant to help businesses that have already received a Phase I award.

• Easement Restoration and Stewardship

  Natural Resources Conservation Service

  Due November 19, 2026 (in 30 days)$250,000 to $5 millionBetter for larger organizations

  This grant helps pay for restoring and managing wetland and floodplain lands. It supports activities like repairing damaged areas and checking the condition of protected lands. It is meant for organizations that work…

• Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives Program (DBI) Fiscal Year 2026

  Agricultural Marketing Service

  Due December 1, 2026$2.3 million to $3.5 millionBetter for larger organizations

  This grant helps fund projects that diversify dairy product markets and support dairy businesses. It is meant for organizations working with dairy initiatives and improving dairy production and marketing.

• Hispanic-Serving Institutions Education Grants Program

  National Institute of Food and Agriculture

  Due December 3, 2026$25,000 to $1.2 millionBetter for larger organizations

  This grant helps Hispanic-Serving Institutions improve education, research, and community programs. It supports projects that can be used as models for other schools. The money can be used for teaching, research, and…

• Specialty Crop Multi-State Grant Program 2026

  Agricultural Marketing Service

  Due December 4, 2026$250,000 to $1 millionBetter for larger organizations

  This grant helps pay for projects that improve the competitiveness of specialty crops, like fruits and vegetables, across multiple states. It supports activities like research, food safety, and marketing. The grant is…

• MPPEP Phase 3 Invasive Wild-Caught Catfish

  Rural Business-Cooperative Service

  Due December 7, 2026$50,000 to $2 millionBetter for larger organizations

  This grant helps pay for projects that expand processing capacity for invasive wild-caught catfish. It supports businesses and organizations that process fish and create jobs in rural areas.

• Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program

  National Institute of Food and Agriculture

  Due December 31, 2026$10,000 to $10 millionBetter for larger organizations

  This grant supports research, education, and extension projects related to agriculture and food science. It helps organizations working on topics like plant health, animal health, food safety, and environmental…

• NARMS Cooperative Agreement Program to Strengthen Antibiotic Resistance Surveillance in Retail Food Specimens

  Food and Drug Administration

  Due April 1, 2027Up to $200,000Better for larger organizations

  This grant helps organizations improve the tracking of antibiotic resistance in food. It is meant to support efforts that help protect public health by looking at bacteria in food samples.