Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program
About This Grant
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, Natural Resources, and Environment; Agriculture Systems and Technology; and Agriculture Economics and Rural Communities. Research-only, extension-only, and integrated research, education and/or extension projects are solicited in this Request for Applications (RFA). See Foundational and Applied Science RFA for specific detail.
Grant Summary
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program is a National Institute of Food and Agriculture grant providing $10K to $10M. Applications are due 2026-12-31 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.
How to Apply
$10K–$10M
2026-12-31
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program from National Institute of Food and Agriculture, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to National Institute of Food and Agriculture before the deadline.
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Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program?
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program is offered by National Institute of Food and Agriculture and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program provide?
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program provides between $10K and $10M per award from National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program deadline?
Applications for Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program are due 2026-12-31 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, National Institute of Food and Agriculture, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program?
To apply for Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
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