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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Agriculture

Explore 244 grant opportunities

Veterinary Services Grant Program
$300,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 16, 2026

Date Added

Jan 16, 2026

This program provides funding to enhance veterinary services and education in rural and underserved areas of the U.S., supporting initiatives that improve food safety and animal health.

Agriculture
State governments
Light a Single Candle Grants
Contact for amount
Light a Single Candle Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 28, 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
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program - Farm Bill
$100,000
Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 8, 2026

Date Added

Nov 10, 2025

This program provides funding to organizations in Idaho to improve the competitiveness of specialty crops, such as fruits and vegetables, through various projects that benefit the entire industry.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
AGR Montana Specialty Crop Block Grant
$2,700,000
Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 27, 2026

Date Added

Feb 5, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various stakeholders in Montana's specialty crop industry, including organizations, government entities, and academia, to enhance the competitiveness and marketability of fruits, vegetables, and other specialty crops through innovative projects.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Enhancing the Flavor of Plant-based & Fermentation-derived Proteins
$500,000
Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 25, 2026

Date Added

Feb 4, 2026

This funding opportunity supports research projects aimed at improving the flavor of plant-based and fermentation-derived proteins to enhance consumer acceptance and drive innovation in sustainable food systems.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
2026 Quality Samples Program
$75,000
United States Department of Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service (U.S.DA/FAS)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 20, 2025

This funding opportunity supports U.S. organizations in providing agricultural commodity samples to foreign buyers, promoting the quality and benefits of U.S. products to expand export markets.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
IDALS Specialty Crop Block Grant
$30,000
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
State

Application Deadline

Mar 6, 2026

Date Added

Feb 17, 2025

This grant provides funding to Iowa-based organizations and groups to support projects that improve the competitiveness of specialty crops, such as fruits and vegetables, benefiting multiple producers across the state.

Agriculture
State governments
Farm to Food Security Grant Program
$100,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This program provides funding to various organizations and individuals in Minnesota to purchase and distribute locally grown food for free to residents facing food insecurity, particularly those underserved by traditional food systems.

Food and Nutrition
Individuals
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, with applications in health, agriculture, and environmental protection.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$700,000
Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Jan 6, 2026

This program provides funding to various stakeholders in Colorado's agricultural sector, including producer groups, nonprofits, and academic institutions, to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops like fruits and vegetables.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Strengthening Agricultural Systems
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 26, 2026

Date Added

Jan 30, 2026

This grant provides funding for colleges, universities, and agricultural institutions to conduct innovative research and education projects that improve U.S. food and agricultural systems, addressing challenges like food security and pest management.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
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
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$40,000
Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 26, 2026

Date Added

Feb 13, 2026

This program provides funding to various organizations and institutions in Alabama to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops like fruits and vegetables through innovative projects that benefit the agricultural community.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Community Grants
Contact for amount
Pickaway County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 11, 2026

Date Added

Nov 8, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in Pickaway County, Ohio, for innovative projects that improve community quality of life, especially for underserved populations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$150,000
South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (SD DANR)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 22, 2026

Date Added

Mar 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations and individuals in South Dakota to enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of the state's specialty crop industry, including fruits, vegetables, and horticultural products.

Agriculture
State governments
Research Grants in Regenerative Agriculture
$400,000
Greenacres Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 20, 2026

Date Added

Jun 16, 2025

This funding opportunity supports researchers and professionals in regenerative agriculture to conduct projects that improve soil health, agricultural resilience, and sustainable farming practices, with a focus on knowledge sharing and practical applications.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Professional Development Grant
$120,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 2, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed to enhance the skills of agricultural educators in the Midwest, enabling them to develop impactful programs that promote sustainable farming practices and support local farmers and ranchers.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
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
Accelerate Biotechnological Innovations in Dairy (ABID) Grant Program
$2,400,000
Center for Dairy Research
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 12, 2026

Date Added

Feb 6, 2026

This program provides funding and resources to U.S.-based entrepreneurs, scientists, and companies to develop innovative biotechnology solutions that convert dairy co-products into valuable commercial products.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits