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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Agriculture

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Specialty Crop Block Grants
$125,000
Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 5, 2026

Date Added

Jan 28, 2025

This program provides funding to enhance the competitiveness of Michigan's specialty crop producers through projects focused on marketing, research, education, and sustainability.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Partners in Conservation (PIC) Grant Program
$10,000
Teton Conservation District (TCD)
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2026

Date Added

Jan 17, 2025

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects in Teton County, Wyoming, aimed at improving land, water, wildlife, and community sustainability through various initiatives.

Environment
Nonprofits
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 veterinary schools and rural clinics to improve veterinary services and training in underserved areas, ensuring better animal health and support for the agricultural sector.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
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
Northern Great Plains Program
$1,500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 25, 2026

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and protect grasslands and wildlife in the Northern Great Plains, with a focus on supporting tribal communities and enhancing biodiversity.

Environment
Nonprofits
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
Laboratory Flexible Funding Model (LFFM)
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Food and Drug Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 11, 2027

Date Added

Feb 7, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial and technical support to state laboratories to improve their food testing and surveillance capabilities, enhancing public health safety against foodborne contaminants.

Agriculture
State governments
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
Vet-LIRN Capacity-Building Project and Equipment Grants (U18)
$225,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Food and Drug Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

May 18, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations, including universities and non-profits, to improve veterinary diagnostic capabilities and address public health issues related to animal food safety and antimicrobial resistance.

Agriculture
State governments
Micro-Grants For Food Security Program
$10,000
Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity (DAB)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 19, 2026

Date Added

Jan 22, 2026

This program provides financial support to individuals and organizations in Hawaii for projects that enhance local food production, focusing on sustainable agriculture to improve food security in communities.

Food and Nutrition
Individuals
Farm Infrastructure Improvement Grant
$100,000
University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Mar 4, 2026

Date Added

Jan 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to licensed dairy farms in the southeastern U.S. to improve their infrastructure and operational efficiency, enhancing profitability and sustainability in the dairy industry.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Specialty Crop Grant Program
Contact for amount
Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 6, 2026

Date Added

Jan 6, 2026

This program provides funding to Virginia-based organizations to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops, such as fruits and vegetables, through projects that benefit the broader agricultural community.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Micro-Grants for Food Security Program (MGFSP)
$10,000
Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity
State

Application Deadline

Feb 19, 2026

Date Added

Jul 17, 2024

This funding initiative provides microgrants to Hawai‘i residents for small-scale agricultural projects that improve local food production and security.

Food and Nutrition
Individuals
Upper Klamath Watershed Resilience
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 17, 2026

Date Added

Jan 29, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations, tribal entities, and local governments in the Upper Klamath Basin to implement conservation and restoration projects that enhance watershed resilience and benefit native fish populations.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
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
Illinois Local Food Infrastructure Grant
$250,000
Illinois Department of Agriculture
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This program provides funding to small food businesses, farms, and local governments in Illinois to improve their infrastructure for processing and distributing local agricultural products.

Community Development
Small businesses
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
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
Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) Rebate
$500
Minnesota Department of Agriculture
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Minnesota farmers and schools for retrofitting or installing certified tractor rollover protection systems to enhance safety.

Agriculture
Individuals