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Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development

National Institute of Food and Agriculture

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OpenLast verified: 2026-06-18

About This Grant

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 areas to support:1. professional development opportunities for K-14 educational professionals;2. non-formal education that cultivates food and agricultural interest in youth;3. workforce training at community, junior, and technical colleges;4. training of undergraduate students in research and extension; 5. fellowships for predoctoral candidates;6. fellowships for postdoctoral scholars; and7. education and workforce development workshop grants.

Grant Summary

Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development is a National Institute of Food and Agriculture grant providing $10K to $650K. Applications are due 2026-12-31 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

Focus Areas

agriculturerural development

Eligibility

Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.

How to Apply

Funding Range

$10K$650K

Deadline

2026-12-31

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development from National Institute of Food and Agriculture, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 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.
  4. 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 Education and Workforce Development: Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development?

Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development 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 Education and Workforce Development provide?

Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development provides between $10K and $650K 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 Education and Workforce Development deadline?

Applications for Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development 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 Education and Workforce Development?

To apply for Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development, 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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