Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development
Description
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; and
7. education and workforce development workshop grants.
Award Ceiling
$650K
Award Floor
$10K
Total Funding
$39.7M
CFDA Number
10.310
Funding Instrument
Grant
Funding Level
Federal
Jurisdiction
US
Cost Sharing
Yes (0%)
Open Date
January 20, 2026
Close Date
December 31, 2026
Posted Date
January 20, 2026
Eligible Applicant Types
Tags
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