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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Agriculture

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FY 26 CD Education Mini Grant
$3,000
Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This funding opportunity supports conservation-focused educational initiatives for youth in Montana, providing resources for schools, educators, and community groups to promote environmental awareness and stewardship.

Education
County governments
Puget Sound Riparian Systems Lead Grants
$600,000
Washington State Department of Ecology
State

Application Deadline

Jun 3, 2026

Date Added

Apr 7, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and Tribal organizations for projects that protect and restore vital riparian areas in the Puget Sound region, enhancing water quality and habitat health.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Impact Grants
$25,000
South Mountain Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance the natural, cultural, agricultural, and recreational resources of south-central Pennsylvania, encouraging collaboration among nonprofits, municipalities, and educational institutions to improve community well-being and ecological integrity.

Environment
Nonprofits
Distance Education Grants Program for Institutions of Higher Education in Insular Areas
$200,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 30, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to accredited higher education institutions in U.S. insular areas to enhance their distance education programs in food and agricultural sciences.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Supplemental and Alternative Crops
$460,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 25, 2026

Date Added

May 11, 2026

This funding opportunity supports research and extension projects that promote the development and adoption of nontraditional crops, helping farmers diversify their operations and improve economic resilience across the United States.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Rapid Outcomes from Agricultural Research (ROAR) Program
$250,000
Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This program provides urgent funding for short-term research projects that address emerging threats to U.S. agriculture from pests or pathogens, supporting a range of eligible organizations including universities and nonprofits.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Study of PFAS in Michigan Agricultural Systems
$400,000
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for researchers at Michigan institutions to study the impact of PFAS contamination in agricultural systems and develop effective management strategies.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
F26AS00018 - NAWCA 2026 Canada Grants
$45,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 11, 2026

Date Added

Apr 10, 2026

This grant provides funding for various organizations and entities to engage in collaborative conservation projects that protect and restore wetlands and habitats vital for migratory birds and wildlife across Canada.

Environment
State governments
Methyl Bromide Transition Program
$500,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 29, 2026

Date Added

Apr 28, 2026

This funding opportunity supports colleges and universities in developing and promoting effective alternatives to methyl bromide for pest management in agriculture and related sectors.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Pesticide Harmonization Grant Program
Contact for amount
North Dakota Crop Protection Product Harmonization and Registration Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2026

This program provides financial support to agricultural commodity groups in North Dakota to address pesticide registration issues and improve access to essential crop protection products.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Local Food Promotion Program Fiscal Year 2026
$500,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Agricultural Marketing Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 5, 2026

Date Added

Apr 22, 2026

This funding opportunity supports a variety of organizations in developing and expanding local food systems that connect producers to consumers, enhancing access to local foods and improving economic opportunities for multiple stakeholders.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Alaska Native-Serving and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions Education Competitive Grants Program
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 16, 2026

Date Added

May 11, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to accredited institutions that serve Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian students, aiming to enhance education, research, and community development in agriculture and related fields.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
South Dakota Beef Industry Council Grant Program
Contact for amount
South Dakota Beef Industry Council
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This funding opportunity supports organizations that promote and enhance the beef industry through education, marketing, and research initiatives aimed at improving consumer perception and demand for beef products.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Animal and Veterinary Innovation Centers (U18)
$7,500,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Food and Drug Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 12, 2028

Date Added

Jun 21, 2024

This funding opportunity supports U.S. academic institutions in establishing collaborative research centers focused on advancing veterinary innovations and addressing critical animal health challenges.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Agricultural Genome to Phenome Initiative - Research Grants
$900,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture-eRA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 29, 2026

Date Added

May 1, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research projects that integrate genetics, engineering, and data science to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability for U.S. farmers and ranchers.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Special Research Grants Program for Aquaculture Research
$300,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 15, 2026

Date Added

May 15, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research projects that address key challenges in the U.S. aquaculture industry, focusing on improving profitability, sustainability, and production capacity through applied science.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Specialty Crop Research Initiative
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 14, 2026

This funding opportunity supports collaborative research and extension projects aimed at improving the productivity and sustainability of the U.S. specialty crop industry, including fruits, vegetables, and horticultural crops.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program
$750,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 16, 2026

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This program provides funding to support training and resources for new farmers and ranchers in the U.S., helping them succeed in their agricultural ventures.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Specialty Crop Multi-State Grant Program 2026
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Agricultural Marketing Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

Date Added

Apr 14, 2026

This grant provides funding to multi-state partnerships focused on improving the competitiveness of specialty crops, such as fruits and vegetables, through collaborative projects that address shared agricultural challenges.

Agriculture
State governments
Biological Technologies
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (DARPA - Biological Technologies Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Oct 2, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative research projects that utilize biological technologies to enhance U.S. national security, targeting a wide range of applicants including nonprofits, educational institutions, and businesses.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits