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Agriculture grants for nonprofits

Agriculture and rural development grants for nonprofits - food systems, conservation, and community agriculture funding.

36 open opportunities in this category (updated from Grants.gov).

Quick Answer: Agriculture grants for nonprofits

Agriculture grants for nonprofits can support food systems, rural development, conservation, nutrition, education, research, and community agriculture. Before applying, confirm whether the grant is built for nonprofits, producers, universities, local governments, or partnerships.

Who should review these grants

  • Food access and community agriculture nonprofits
  • Rural development and conservation programs
  • Education or research teams with eligible partners

Prepare before applying

  • Confirm applicant type and partnership requirements.
  • Define the land, food system, or rural outcome being funded.
  • Prepare a budget that separates restricted grant spending.

After you win

  • Track grant activity by project and budget line.
  • Keep partner, procurement, and outcome records connected.
  • Prepare reports before reimbursement or drawdown requests.
National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Capacity Building Grants for Non-Land-Grant Colleges of Agriculture Program

Posted: Aug 26, 2026
Closes: Nov 10, 2026
#USDA-NIFA-NLGCA-011938
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Foreign Agricultural Service

Assisting Specialty Crop Exports: Low Oxygen Storage and Packaging Systems for U.S. Tree Nuts with Phytosanitary Traceability

Posted: Aug 24, 2026
Closes: Oct 26, 2026
#USDA-FAS-10621-0750-106-27-0001
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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Tribal Colleges Education Equity Grants Program

Posted: Aug 24, 2026
Closes: Oct 7, 2026
#USDA-NIFA-TCEG-011837
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Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Spatial Ecology and Chronic Wasting Disease Dynamics of Wild White-tailed and Mule Deer in Northern Colorado

Posted: Aug 21, 2026
Closes: Aug 31, 2026
#USDA-APHIS-10028-WSNWRC00-26-0018
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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Agriculture Risk Management Education Partnerships Competitive Grants Program

Posted: Aug 20, 2026
Closes: Sep 21, 2026
#USDA-NIFA-ARPA-012381
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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Children, Youth, and Families At-Risk Professional Development and Technical Assistance Program

Posted: Aug 20, 2026
Closes: Sep 1, 2026
#USDA-NIFA-SLBCD-012078
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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Food and Agriculture Defense Initiative Extension Disaster Education Network

Posted: Aug 19, 2026
Closes: Sep 21, 2026
#USDA-NIFA-ES-011939
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Agricultural Marketing Service

Cold Chain Grants for Emergency Food Assistance

Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Oct 1, 2026
#USDA-AMS-TM-CCG-G-26-0001
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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Food and Agricultural Sciences National Needs Graduate and Postgraduate Fellowships

Posted: Aug 13, 2026
Closes: Oct 15, 2026
#USDA-NIFA-HEP-011737
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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions (1890 Scholarships)

Posted: Aug 10, 2026
Closes: Sep 10, 2026
#USDA-NIFA-1890SS-011978
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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Higher Education Challenge Grants Program

Posted: Aug 5, 2026
Closes: Oct 15, 2026
#USDA-NIFA-CGP-011315
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Foreign Agricultural Service

Increasing Market Opportunities in Vietnam for U.S. Innovative Biofertilizer Exporters

Posted: Aug 3, 2026
Closes: Sep 2, 2026
#USDA-FAS-10960-0700-109-26-0005
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Agricultural Marketing Service

Sheep Production and Marketing Grant Program FY 2026

Posted: Jul 29, 2026
Closes: Oct 2, 2026
#USDA-AMS-TM-SPMGP-G-26-0007
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Foreign Agricultural Service

Coordinating Agricultural Development & Innovation (CADI) to enable America First Trade Wins in Europe, the South Caucasus and Central Asia

Posted: Jul 28, 2026
Closes: Sep 28, 2026
#USDA-FAS-10960-0700-109-26-0003
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IV&V Test Agency

IVV-FT-OPP-07282026160054

Posted: Jul 28, 2026
Closes: Jul 28, 2027
#IVV-FT-OPP-07282026160054
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IV&V Test Agency

IVV-FT-OPP-07282026150823

Posted: Jul 28, 2026
Closes: Jul 28, 2027
#IVV-FT-OPP-07282026150823
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Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Plant Protection Act Section 7721 Plant Pest and Disease Management and Disaster Prevention Program (PPDMDPP)

Posted: Jul 27, 2026
Closes: Sep 21, 2026
#USDA-APHIS-10031-PPQ-PPDMDPP-2027
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Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Plant Protection Act Section 7721 Fiscal Year 2027 National Clean Plant Network (NCPN)

Posted: Jul 27, 2026
Closes: Oct 19, 2026
#USDA-APHIS-10031-PPQ-NCPN-2027
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Natural Resources Conservation Service

NRCS' Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program Fiscal Year (FY) 2026

Posted: Jul 23, 2026
Closes: Sep 21, 2026
#USDA-NRCS-NHQ-FSCP-26-NOFO0001453
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Natural Resources Conservation Service

Wetland Mitigation Banking Program Fiscal Year (FY) 2026

Posted: Jul 23, 2026
Closes: Sep 8, 2026
#USDA-NRCS-NHQ-WMBP-NOFO0001458
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DOC NOAA - ERA Production

2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program

Posted: Apr 23, 2026
Closes: May 1, 2028
#NOAA-NMFS-AK-2026-33268
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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Tribal Colleges Research Grants Program

Posted: Apr 22, 2026
Closes: Dec 31, 2026
#USDA-NIFA-TCRGP-011697
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Agricultural Marketing Service

Specialty Crop Multi-State Grant Program 2026

Posted: Apr 13, 2026
Closes: Dec 4, 2026
#USDA-AMS-TM-SCMP-G-26-0020
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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

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

Posted: Jan 20, 2026
Closes: Dec 31, 2026
#USDA-NIFA-AFRI-011596
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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Foundational and Applied Science Program

Posted: Aug 1, 2025
Closes: Dec 31, 2026
#USDA-NIFA-AFRI-011134
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Agriculture grant questions

What USDA grants can nonprofits apply for?

Some USDA and agriculture-related grants allow nonprofit applicants, while others require producers, universities, or public partners. Check eligibility on each listing.

Do agriculture grants require a project budget?

Yes. Most applications need a clear budget, and awarded funds should be tracked separately from unrestricted operating dollars.

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