NIFA grants
NIFA is USDA's research and education funder. It funds agricultural research, extension and education at land-grant universities and other institutions, plus beginning farmer, 4-H and community food programs.
- Open now
- 9
- Upcoming
- 0
- Next deadline
- November 2, 2026
Open and forecast NIFA opportunities
From Grants.gov, soonest deadline first.
- Closes02 NOV
Emergency Citrus Disease Research and Extension Pre-Applications
USDA · Others
In FY 2026, the ECDRE program, under Assistance Listing 10.309, is soliciting proposals to develop effective tactics and strategies to control HLB and its disease complex for financially sustainable citrus production in the United States. All projects funded by the ECDRE program will incorporate collaborative approaches that integrate available knowledge to
- Closes02 NOV
Tribal Colleges Extension Program Special Emphasis
USDA · Others
The TCEP-SE under assistance listing 10.517, provides informal, community-focused extension pilot projects at 1994 Institutions. Pilot projects may focus on community needs that address emerging issues such as agricultural productivity, improving food systems, community vitality, workforce and economic development, public health and well-being, engaging Trib
- Closes04 NOV
1890 Institution Teaching, Research, and Extension Capacity Building Grants Program
USDA · Others
The 1890 CBG program, under Assistance Listing Number 10.216 is designed specifically to build the institutional teaching, research, and extension capacities of the eligible institutions through cooperative programs with Federal and non-Federal entities. The 1890 CBG Program supports Executive Order 14283 , “White House Initiative to Promote Excellence and I
- Closes10 NOV
Capacity Building Grants for Non-Land-Grant Colleges of Agriculture Program
USDA · Others
The NLGCA Program, under assistance listing number 10.326, will assist NLGCA institutions in maintaining and expanding their capacity to conduct education, research, outreach, and integrated activities relating to agriculture, renewable resources, and other similar disciplines. NLGCA institutions may use the funds to maintain and expand capacity: 1. to succe
- Closes17 NOV
Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs Phase II
USDA · Others
The USDA SBIR/STTR programs, Assistance Listing number 10.212, support scientific excellence and technological innovation through investment of Federal research funds to build a strong national economy by stimulating technological innovation in the private sector; strengthening the role of small business in meeting Federal research and development needs; and
- Closes03 DEC
Hispanic-Serving Institutions Education Grants Program
USDA · Others
The HSI Education Grants Program, under assistance listing number 10.223, will promote and strengthen the ability HSIs to carry out education, applied research, and related community development programs. This program encourages innovative teaching, education, or related community development proposals with the potential to impact and become models for other
- Closes31 DEC
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development
USDA · Others
The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Education and Workforce Development (EWD) focuses on developing the next generation of research, education, and extension professionals in the food and agricultural sciences. The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) requests applications for the AFRI’s Education and Workforce Development program are
- Closes31 DEC
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program
USDA · Others
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, Natura
- Closes31 DEC
Tribal Colleges Research Grants Program
USDA · Others
TCRGP focuses on development of research capacity at Tribal colleges, specifically in agriculture, natural resources, and human sciences. The program aims to teach leadership skills, knowledge, and qualities that are necessary to prepare students to be competitive with other students for agricultural and related careers in the private sector, government, and
Where NIFA grant money went in 2025
Awards from October 2024 to September 2025, from USAspending.gov.
| Program (Assistance Listing) | Awarded |
|---|---|
| Smith-Lever Extension Funding 10.511 | $315 million |
| Payments to Agricultural Experiment Stations Under the Hatch Act 10.203 | $245 million |
| Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) 10.310 | $177 million |
| Payments to 1890 Land-Grant Colleges and Tuskegee University 10.205 | $78 million |
| Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program 10.514 | $70 million |
| Extension Services at 1890 Colleges and Tuskegee University, West Virginia State College, and Central State University 10.512 | $69 million |
| Cooperative Extension Service 10.500 | $53 million |
| Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program 10.331 | $49 million |
| Recipient | Awarded |
|---|---|
| University of Georgia Research Foundation, INC. | $17 million |
| Chn Nebraska | $7 million |
| Mid-America Regional Council Community Services Corporation | $5 million |
| Hunger Free Oklahoma INC | $2.9 million |
| National Young Farmers Coalition, INC. | $2.4 million |
| Field & Fork Network INC | $2 million |
| Marketumbrella.Org | $2 million |
| San Diego State University Foundation | $1.7 million |
Questions
When is the next NIFA grant deadline?
The next deadline is November 2, 2026 for Emergency Citrus Disease Research and Extension Pre-Applications.
How do I apply for a NIFA grant?
Register your organization in SAM.gov to get a Unique Entity ID, create a Grants.gov account, then find the opportunity and submit before its deadline. Some agencies finish the application in their own system, such as JustGrants, eRA Commons or Research.gov.
Can individuals get NIFA grants?
Rarely. Federal grants go mostly to organizations: nonprofits, local governments, tribes, schools, colleges and, in research programs, small businesses. Help for individuals usually comes through state and local agencies.
Do I have to pay to apply for a grant?
No. Real grant programs never charge to apply or to receive an award. Anyone asking for a fee before you get grant money is running a scam.