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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Agriculture

Explore 371 grant opportunities

Fishers and Farmers Partnership Grant Program
$100,000
Fishers and Farmers Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

Jul 17, 2026

This funding opportunity supports local projects that help farmers improve agricultural practices while restoring and enhancing aquatic ecosystems in the Upper Mississippi River Basin.

Environment
Nonprofits
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 13, 2026

This program provides funding for research and education projects that advance agricultural science and technology, targeting institutions and individuals involved in agriculture, food safety, and rural community development in the U.S.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Light a Single Candle Grants
Contact for amount
Light a Single Candle Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 12, 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
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
Demaree Family Floriculture Advancement Grant
$12,000
American Floral Endowment
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2027

Date Added

Apr 14, 2026

This grant provides financial support for innovative projects that address critical challenges in the U.S. floral industry, benefiting growers, distributors, and retailers.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Higher Education Challenge Grants Program
$750,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2026

Date Added

Aug 6, 2026

This program provides funding to U.S. colleges and universities to enhance education and training in food and agricultural sciences, preparing students for careers in the agricultural workforce.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Plant Protection Act Section 7721 Plant Pest and Disease Management and Disaster Prevention Program (PPDMDPP)
$400,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that enhance the detection and management of harmful plant pests and diseases, targeting a wide range of eligible applicants including state agencies, nonprofits, and educational institutions.

Agriculture
State governments
Educational Grant Program
Contact for amount
Maryland Agriculture Council
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Jun 10, 2026

This grant provides funding for projects that educate the public about the importance of agriculture in Maryland and promote community engagement with agricultural practices.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Connecticut Grown for Connecticut Kids Grant Program
$50,000
Connecticut Department of Agriculture (DoAg)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 9, 2026

Date Added

Sep 4, 2024

This program provides funding to schools, childcare centers, and organizations in Connecticut to enhance Farm to School initiatives by increasing local food availability, improving nutrition education, and fostering connections with local farmers.

Agriculture
Independent school districts
Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions (1890 Scholarships)
$5,557,890
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

Aug 11, 2026

This program provides scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students at historically Black colleges and universities focused on food and agricultural sciences, aiming to develop a skilled workforce in these fields.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NRCS Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program Fiscal Year (FY) 2026
$3,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Natural Resources Conservation Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

Date Added

Jul 23, 2026

This grant provides funding to state and local governments, tribal organizations, nonprofits, and educational institutions to support efforts in eradicating and controlling feral swine populations, focusing on restoration and landowner assistance in designated high-density areas.

Agriculture
State governments
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$600,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

Date Added

Aug 14, 2024

This program provides funding to organizations and institutions that aim to improve the competitiveness of California's specialty crop industry through projects focused on market enhancement, education, training, or research.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Food and Agriculture Defense Initiative Extension Disaster Education Network
$382,400
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

Date Added

Aug 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations and institutions that enhance the resilience of the U.S. food and agriculture sector against various risks and disasters through education and technical assistance.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Egypt Annual Program Statement
$25,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 18, 2026

This grant provides funding for organizations to implement projects in Egypt that promote economic development, technological advancement, and security while benefiting U.S. interests.

International Development
Nonprofits
Core Research in Biological Sciences (BIO Core)
$280,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 18, 2026

This program provides funding for foundational and interdisciplinary biological research across various levels of organization, encouraging innovative approaches and collaborations among academic institutions, nonprofit organizations, and Tribal Nations in the U.S.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Assisting Specialty Crop Exports: Low Oxygen Storage and Packaging Systems for U.S. Tree Nuts with Phytosanitary Traceability
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Foreign Agricultural Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 26, 2026

Date Added

Aug 25, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S. organizations to develop innovative low-oxygen storage and packaging solutions for tree nuts, enhancing export quality and compliance with international phytosanitary standards.

Agriculture
State governments
Sheep Production and Marketing Grant Program FY 2026
$2,400,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Agricultural Marketing Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 2, 2026

Date Added

Jul 30, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to national organizations that will manage subawards for projects aimed at improving sheep production, marketing, and sustainability across the United States.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Agriculture Risk Management Education Partnerships Competitive Grants Program
$2,121,750
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

Date Added

Aug 21, 2026

This program provides funding to educational organizations and institutions to deliver risk management training and resources to U.S. farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers, helping them make informed decisions to enhance their business profitability.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Wetland Mitigation Banking Program Fiscal Year (FY) 2026
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Natural Resources Conservation Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 8, 2026

Date Added

Jul 23, 2026

This grant provides funding to various organizations, including local governments and nonprofits, to develop wetland mitigation banks that help agricultural producers comply with conservation regulations.

Agriculture
City or township governments