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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Agriculture

Explore 344 grant opportunities

Veterinary Services Grant Program
$300,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 16, 2026

Date Added

Jan 16, 2026

This program provides funding to enhance veterinary services and education in rural and underserved areas of the U.S., supporting initiatives that improve food safety and animal health.

Agriculture
State governments
Light a Single Candle Grants
Contact for amount
Light a Single Candle Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 28, 2026

Date Added

Oct 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations working on sustainable development initiatives that alleviate poverty in specific areas, including international locations, the Greater Metropolitan St. Louis region, and West Central Illinois.

Youth
Nonprofits
Coordinating Agricultural Development & Innovation (CADI) Uzbekistan: U.S. Soy Marketing Promotion
$115,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Foreign Agricultural Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 14, 2026

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a U.S.-based academic institution to train Uzbekistani professionals in the soy industry, focusing on marketing, food safety, and trade practices to enhance U.S. soy exports.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development
$650,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2026

Date Added

Jan 21, 2026

This funding opportunity supports innovative education and workforce development projects in the food and agricultural sciences, targeting a range of recipients from K-14 educators to graduate and postdoctoral researchers.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Laboratory Flexible Funding Model (LFFM)
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Food and Drug Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 11, 2027

Date Added

Feb 7, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial and technical support to state laboratories to improve their food testing and surveillance capabilities, enhancing public health safety against foodborne contaminants.

Agriculture
State governments
Enhancing the Flavor of Plant-based & Fermentation-derived Proteins
$500,000
Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 25, 2026

Date Added

Feb 4, 2026

This funding opportunity supports research projects aimed at improving the flavor of plant-based and fermentation-derived proteins to enhance consumer acceptance and drive innovation in sustainable food systems.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
2026 Quality Samples Program
$75,000
United States Department of Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service (U.S.DA/FAS)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 20, 2025

This funding opportunity supports U.S. organizations in providing agricultural commodity samples to foreign buyers, promoting the quality and benefits of U.S. products to expand export markets.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Vet-LIRN Capacity-Building Project and Equipment Grants (U18)
$225,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Food and Drug Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

May 18, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations, including universities and non-profits, to improve veterinary diagnostic capabilities and address public health issues related to animal food safety and antimicrobial resistance.

Agriculture
State governments
Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative - OREI Planning Projects for Assistance in Development of Future OREI Proposals Requiring Multi-regional or Regional Coordination
$50,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Electronic Research Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 14, 2026

Date Added

Mar 12, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for collaborative planning projects that aim to enhance organic agriculture through research, education, and outreach, targeting teams across multiple regions in the United States.

Agriculture
Individuals
IDALS Specialty Crop Block Grant
$30,000
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
State

Application Deadline

Mar 27, 2026

Date Added

Feb 17, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Iowa-based organizations in enhancing the competitiveness of specialty crops through research, market development, and educational initiatives that benefit the broader agricultural industry.

Agriculture
State governments
Farm to Food Security Grant Program
$100,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This program provides funding to various organizations and individuals in Minnesota to purchase and distribute locally grown food for free to residents facing food insecurity, particularly those underserved by traditional food systems.

Food and Nutrition
Individuals
MAELC Education Grant
$25,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This funding opportunity supports schools, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Minnesota to enhance agricultural education programs and develop future leaders in agriculture, food, and natural resources.

Education
Nonprofits
New Innovator in Food & Agriculture Research Award
$450,000
Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 29, 2026

Date Added

Feb 6, 2025

This grant provides financial support to early-career scientists in the U.S. to pursue innovative research in food and agriculture, helping them overcome funding challenges as they establish their careers.

Food and Nutrition
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
UDAF Pollinator Habitat Program
Contact for amount
Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This program provides financial support to individuals and organizations in Utah for creating and enhancing habitats that support pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, through the planting of native vegetation.

Environment
Individuals
Ellen Lea Paine Memorial Nature Fund
Contact for amount
Adirondack Garden Club
Private

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This grant provides financial support for environmental stewardship projects in the Adirondack Park, targeting individuals and nonprofit organizations, including schools, that focus on conservation, habitat restoration, and community-based environmental education.

Environment
Individuals
Biosensing
$7,600,000
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 12, 2019

This funding initiative supports researchers developing innovative biosensing technologies to monitor and identify biological substances, addressing critical challenges in health, agriculture, and environmental protection.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$700,000
Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Jan 6, 2026

This program provides funding to various stakeholders in Colorado's agricultural sector, including producer groups, nonprofits, and academic institutions, to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops like fruits and vegetables.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Illinois Local Food Infrastructure Grant
$250,000
Illinois Department of Agriculture
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This program provides funding to small food businesses, farms, and local governments in Illinois to improve their infrastructure for processing and distributing local agricultural products.

Community Development
Small businesses
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Strengthening Agricultural Systems
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 23, 2026

Date Added

Jan 30, 2026

This funding opportunity supports colleges, universities, and agricultural institutions in developing innovative solutions to enhance U.S. food and agricultural systems, focusing on productivity, sustainability, and market expansion.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Coordinating Agricultural Development & Innovation (CADI) Uzbekistan Exchanges: Promotion of U.S. Distilled Spirits
$115,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Foreign Agricultural Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 14, 2026

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S. colleges and universities to develop training programs that educate Uzbek professionals on U.S. distilled spirits, fostering trade and industry connections.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education