Agriculture and Food Research Initiative – Education and Workforce Development (EWD)
Funding Opportunity | U.S. Department of Agriculture – National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative – Education and Workforce Development (AFRI-EWD) program supports the development of the next generation of professionals in food, agricultural, natural resources, and human sciences. Through research, education, extension, and workforce training, this program aims […]
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आवेदन आवश्यकताएँ
कार्य और जानकारी आप आवेदन में पूरा करेंगे।
- 1862, 1890, and 1994 Land-Grant Institutions
- Hispanic-Serving Institutions
- State-controlled institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status)
- For-profit organizations
- Small businesses
- Native American Tribal organizations
- Individuals (U.S. citizens, nationals, permanent residents)
- Federal agencies, national laboratories, and research organizations
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आवेदन पत्र खोलने से पहले इन फाइलों को इकट्ठा कर लें।
प्रदाता अपलोड दस्तावेज़ों को सूचीबद्ध नहीं करता है। कागजी कार्रवाई जुटाने से पहले आधिकारिक फॉर्म की जांच करें।
आवेदन चरण
इस क्रम में प्रदाता की आवेदन प्रक्रिया का पालन करें।
- 1Review the full AFRI Education and Workforce Development (EWD) RFA
- 2Prepare application materials according to NOFO guidelines
- 3Submit electronically through the designated grants portal
महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ
- Deadline: 2026-12-31
इस अवसर के बारे में अधिक जानकारीपूर्ण प्रदाता विवरण और पूरक विवरण
अवसर के बारे में
Funding Opportunity | U.S. Department of Agriculture – National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative – Education and Workforce Development (AFRI-EWD) program supports the development of the next generation of professionals in food, agricultural, natural resources, and human sciences. Through research, education, extension, and workforce training, this program aims […]
Funding Opportunity | U.S. Department of Agriculture – National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA)
The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative – Education and Workforce Development (AFRI-EWD) program supports the development of the next generation of professionals in food, agricultural, natural resources, and human sciences. Through research, education, extension, and workforce training, this program aims to strengthen agricultural innovation and build a skilled, future-ready workforce.
Program Overview
AFRI–EWD funds projects that enhance training and career development across the agriculture and food sectors. NIFA invites applications that support:
- Professional development for K–14 educators
- Non-formal youth education to grow early interest in food and agricultural sciences
- Workforce training programs at community, junior, and technical colleges
- Undergraduate research and extension training
- Predoctoral fellowships
- Postdoctoral fellowships
- Workshops focused on education and workforce development
The initiative promotes hands-on learning, skills development, career pathway exposure, and research excellence for emerging agricultural professionals.
Accessibility Support
- Reasonable accommodation: Requests must be submitted to the program’s Information Contact at least 10 days before the deadline.
- Language access: Interpretation and translation services are available at no cost through NIFA Language Access Services, requested 10 days before the deadline.
Eligibility
Eligibility varies by project type, but may include:
- 1862, 1890, and 1994 Land-Grant Institutions
- Hispanic-Serving Institutions
- State-controlled institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status)
- For-profit organizations
- Small businesses
- Native American Tribal organizations
- Individuals (U.S. citizens, nationals, permanent residents)
- Federal agencies, national laboratories, and research organizations
Some restrictions apply, especially for integrated projects. Applicants must consult Part III, A of the AFRI EWD RFA for full eligibility details.
Funding Details
- Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NIFA-AFRI-011596
- Assistance Listing Number: 10.310
- Estimated Total Funding: $39,700,000
- Award Range: $10,000 – $650,000
- Expected Number of Awards: ~245
- Cost Sharing/Matching: Required (details in NOFO)
Key Dates
- Posted: January 20, 2026
- Closing Date: December 31, 2026
- Archive Date: January 30, 2027
Applications must be submitted electronically.
How to Apply
Applicants must:
- Review the full AFRI Education and Workforce Development (EWD) RFA
- Prepare application materials according to NOFO guidelines
- Submit electronically through the designated grants portal
Full Opportunity & Application Materials: Agriculture and Food Research Initiative – Education and Workforce Development
Program Contact Information
- General inquiries: AFRI Coordination Team
- Technical access issues: grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov
- Business hours: Mon–Fri, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. ET (excluding federal holidays)
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