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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Agriculture

Explore 338 grant opportunities

2027 Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops
$500,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Foreign Agricultural Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 14, 2026

Date Added

Jun 11, 2026

This program provides funding to U.S. organizations, including government agencies and nonprofits, to help overcome trade barriers and boost exports of specialty crops in international markets.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program
$900,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 13, 2026

This funding opportunity supports research and projects that improve agricultural practices, food safety, and sustainability, targeting a wide range of eligible applicants including universities, nonprofits, and businesses involved in agriculture.

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
Urban, Indoor, and other Emerging Agricultural Production Research, Education, and Extension Initiative
$500,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 27, 2026

Date Added

Jun 15, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research, education, and outreach projects that improve agricultural practices in urban and indoor environments, targeting a wide range of eligible applicants including universities, research organizations, and community groups.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NSF AgTech Engine
$100,000
NSF AgTech Engine in North Dakota
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 19, 2026

Date Added

Jun 2, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for agricultural technology projects that actively involve producers in North Dakota, aiming to address real-world farming challenges and enhance efficiency, resilience, and profitability in the agricultural sector.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Native Plant - Section 6 - Segment 32
$20,000
Arizona Department of Agriculture (AZDA)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 3, 2026

This grant provides funding to various organizations and entities in Arizona to support conservation efforts for rare and endangered plant species on non-federal lands.

Environment
State governments
2027 Emerging Markets Program
$500,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Foreign Agricultural Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 14, 2026

Date Added

Jun 11, 2026

This grant provides funding to U.S. organizations to develop and expand agricultural export markets in low- and middle-income countries through market assessments, technical assistance, and training initiatives.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Urban Agriculture Grant
$10,000
Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 24, 2026

Date Added

Jun 16, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to urban farmers, community gardens, and related organizations in Maryland to enhance agricultural operations and improve access to locally grown food in urban areas.

Agriculture
Small businesses
Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials for fiscal year (FY) 2026
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Natural Resources Conservation Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 27, 2026

Date Added

May 26, 2026

This grant provides funding to various organizations to support innovative conservation practices on agricultural lands, helping farmers improve soil and water management while enhancing environmental sustainability.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
International Consortium for Antimicrobial Stewardship in Agriculture (ICASA) Grant Program
$500,000
Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 2, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2026

This funding opportunity supports research projects aimed at improving antimicrobial stewardship in U.S. beef and swine production, encouraging innovative solutions that enhance animal health and reduce antibiotic use.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
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
Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Classic for federal fiscal year (FY) 2026
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Natural Resources Conservation Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 24, 2026

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial and technical support for collaborative conservation projects aimed at improving water quality, soil health, and wildlife habitat on agricultural lands, with a focus on engaging local producers and landowners.

Agriculture
State governments
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
Arizona Grain Research and Promotion Council - FY27
$40,000
Arizona Department of Agriculture (AZDA)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 14, 2026

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This grant provides funding to support research and innovative solutions that address production challenges faced by grain producers in Arizona.

Agriculture
State governments
Ag Mechanics Grant Program
$2,500
Texas Farm Bureau
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 7, 2026

Date Added

Apr 29, 2024

This program provides financial support to high school teachers in Texas who teach agricultural mechanics, enabling them to enhance hands-on learning and improve student skills in technical agricultural fields.

Education
Individuals
Floriculture Research Funding Program
Contact for amount
American Floral Endowment
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 5, 2026

This funding opportunity supports university researchers and academic institutions in conducting innovative research projects that address key challenges in the floral industry, such as pest management, production efficiency, and sustainability.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Secondary Education, Two-Year Postsecondary Education, and Agriculture in the K-12 Classroom Challenge Grants Program
$150,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture-eRA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 27, 2026

Date Added

Jul 9, 2026

This grant provides funding to educational institutions to develop innovative agriscience programs and partnerships that enhance student engagement and career readiness in food and agricultural sciences.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Adaptive IPM for Invasive Agricultural Pests Program
$500,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 12, 2025

This grant provides funding to California-based researchers, universities, government agencies, and nonprofits to develop innovative pest management strategies for addressing invasive agricultural pests.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Rural Cooperative Development Grants
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 24, 2026

Date Added

Jul 8, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that assist in developing cooperatives and mutually owned businesses in rural areas, aiming to boost local economies and create jobs.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Food Safety Outreach Program Technical Assistance-Grant Writing Skills Projects
$300,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture-eRA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 20, 2026

Date Added

Jun 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that help underserved communities and small agricultural producers improve their grant writing skills and food safety education initiatives.

Agriculture
Nonprofits